As a Pharmacy Technician at VCA West Los Angeles, you will play an important role in supporting our pharmacy operations, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and excellent service for our patients and clients. You’ll work closely with our doctors, nursing teams, and hospital leadership to help deliver outstanding patient care.
 

Pay Range: $20.00–$25.00 per hour
Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, credentials, and skill set.
 

Key Responsibilities

Assist with daily pharmacy operations including prescription fulfillment, workflow management, and client communications

Monitor and respond to voicemail, email, eFaxes, Vetsource, and internal prescription platforms

Manage medication inventory, restocking, ordering, and removing expired products

Maintain pharmacy cleanliness, organization, and safety standards

Handle controlled substances in compliance with DEA and state regulations

Provide medication consultations to clients over the phone and in person

Collaborate with doctors, nurses, and hospital staff to support patient care

Follow and uphold pharmacy SOPs, compliance practices, and quality control standards

Participate in onboarding, training, and continuing education opportunities

Promote a culture of teamwork, communication, and service excellence

Perform other duties as assigned to support hospital operations
 

Qualifications

Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPhT) preferred or equivalent certification/experience

Minimum 2 years of experience in a veterinary or human pharmacy setting

Strong understanding of veterinary pharmaceuticals and pharmacy operations

Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills

Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Proficiency in pharmacy software and computer systems
 

Why Join VCA West Los Angeles?

As one of the country’s largest and most advanced veterinary hospitals, VCA West LA offers a dynamic and supportive environment where learning, collaboration, and growth are encouraged. You'll be part of a respected team that values your expertise and dedication, with opportunities to learn and advance in your career.

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where all associates feel supported and empowered to succeed.
 

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Generous pet care discounts

Free mental health and wellness resources (Lyra)

Paid parental leave

Career development programs and growth opportunities

Opportunities to give back through VCA Charities and community outreach

If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com