Veterinary Pharmacy Technician

Job Title: Veterinary Pharmacy Technician Location: AndersonMoores Veterinary Specialists, Winchester, SO21 England Job Type: Permanent Hours: Part Time, 37 hours per week. Join our dedicated team and play a vital role in supporting our supplies team and patient care through safe and accurate medication management. As a Veterinary Pharmacy Technician, you will be responsible for, but not limited to: Dispense and prepare medications, including compounding tailored formulations. Manage stock and maintain compliance with controlled substance regulations. Ensure accurate record-keeping and uphold the highest standards of safety and quality. Monitor and maintain stock levels of and pharmaceuticals used in the hospital. Liaise with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and being active in resolving any supply issues. Liaise with clinical teams to forecast demand of any special items required and manage stock rotation. Ensure compliance with veterinary regulations and internal SOP’s. Support the Supplies Lead in reporting, and procurement planning. Manage expiry dates and ensure proper storage conditions are met. Assist in the development of stock-related policies or requests. Monitor stock changes of items against preferred suppliers. Ensure compliance of drug storage along with temperature control measures. Ensuring compliance is strictly adhered to with regards to with Controlled Drugs receipts and recording. Ordering through our PMS direct to our main drug supplier. Liaising with Clinicians regarding SIC’ requirements for drug orders. Investigating new drug requests. Updating SOP’s where necessary You will work closely with the supplies team, veterinary nurses and veterinary surgeons in dispensing medication for the dogs and cats under our care. What kind of person you need to be Motivated and well organised with the ability to work on their own initiative Have a friendly, welcoming, and professional manner with excellent interpersonal skills The ability to multitask, problem solve and prioritise whilst maintaining a high level of accuracy and quality of work Be a team player with the ability to establish positive working relationships Can support and communicate effectively with clients, vet professionals, and fellow associates Previous experience in pharmacy or veterinary practice is an advantage, but full training will be provided. This role includes training to achieve the SQP qualification, if not already held. All applicants must also be eligible to work in the UK. A full UK driving license is required as this role involves travel between our two sites, which are one mile apart. Benefits 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + Birthday Leave Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD program Career progression opportunities Staff discount schemes Life Assurance Enhanced sickness pay Enhanced equal family leave E-car salary sacrifice scheme Employer contribution pension scheme Wellness program including: Employee assistance program Eyecare voucher scheme Free annual Flu jab Cycle to work scheme Recruitment referral reward scheme On site parking About us We are a true multidisciplinary referral only hospital with departments in orthopaedic surgery, soft tissue surgery, neurology, internal medicine, oncology, anaesthesia and diagnostic imaging. Each of the clinical disciplines is staffed to European Diplomate or RCVS Specialist standards. The hospital is well equipped and provides excellent inpatient facilities with qualified RVNs and veterinary interns on-site 24/7. Imaging includes computed radiography, fluoroscopy (with digital subtraction and road-mapping), ultrasonography and on-site MRI and CT. Anderson Moores Veterinary Specialists is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health, the largest family-owned veterinary company in the world. Being privately owned, we can truly be driven by our purpose, to create a better world, and think long-term as opposed to being focused solely on short-term profits. At Linnaeus, A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with a better world for our people. Our Associates are over 6000 strong and empowered to speak up, step up and deliver quality services. You’ll have access to a huge network of specialists, worldwide development opportunities and an easily accessible, comprehensive wellbeing package that prioritises your physical and mental health, allowing you to focus on what you do best - care for pets. We are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse, we care about you and want you to be authentic, with everything you need to perform at your best. We are all individual but two important things bring us together: a commitment to excellence and our passion to achieve our purpose. All applications with the relevant skills and qualifications will be carefully considered. If you need any support in completing your application or simply want to find out more about Anderson Moores Veterinary Specialists, Linnaeus or the role please contact our Talent Acquisition team at careers@linnaeusgroup.co.uk. #LI-OH1 #LI-Onsite #J-18808-Ljbffr