Dispensary Technician
The Schwarzman Animal Medical Center (AMC), located in the heart of New York City, seeks a Dispensary Technician. This is a rare opportunity to join the world’s largest veterinary teaching hospital and take your career to the next level.
This position is tasked with filling prescriptions, all other clerical and other duties applicable to the dispensary.
Responsibilities:
- Fill prescriptions
- Order, store and keep track of stock
- Greet clients and provide them with efficient, courteous service, both in person and by telephone
- Add up daily prescription log
- Attend all applicable training courses as offered/required by AMC
- Maintain clean work area, including mopping/sweeping
- All other duties related duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Must have NYS high school diploma
- Must have either college degree and 2 yrs. work experience or 4 yrs. work experience, two in similar position
- Ability to type and enter information on computer
- Must have ability to deal calmly and effectively with clients
- Hospital or retail pharmacy experience and/or certification a plus
- Must be flexible regarding hours
- Ability to follow directions, and adhere strictly to Controlled Substance Protocol, OSHA and recycling regulations
Schedule
Saturday - Wednesday, 12pm to 8pm
Benefits Package Includes
- Competitive salary
- Generous paid time off
- 50% discount on veterinary care
- Continuing education funds with rollover options
- 403(b) matching
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- You may be eligible for The Public Loan Service Forgiveness Program as we are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit employer
Pay Range
$18—$23 USD
Excellence in veterinary medicine since 1910. AMC Offers:
A Commitment to Lifelong Learning: Founded in 1910, the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center is the world’s largest veterinary teaching hospital, offering compassionate, collaborative, and cutting-edge veterinary care. Our commitment to innovation has led to the creation of one of the most advanced veterinary facilities in the world.
State-of-the-Art Facilities: AMC just completed a major expansion and renovation. This project transformed the hospital’s entire 83,000-square-foot space into a state-of-the-art facility unlike any other.
Highlights include: A brand-new full floor surgical center, 1.5 Tesla Philips MRI (the exclusive high field MRI for small animals in NYC), 64-slice spiral CT scanner, Electroencephalography (EEG), Elekta Versa HD Linear Accelerator, In-house Laboratory, Ultrasound, Echocardiogram, and Mobile Cone Beam CT
A multidisciplinary team of 140+ veterinarians across 20+ specialties: With over 20 specialties and services under one roof, our departments frequently work together to deliver the highest quality of patient care in the veterinary field. Our dynamic array of specialists means that we are the go-to place for complex cases.
A Hospital in the heart of NYC: AMC is located in Manhattan, surrounded by leading research and teaching institutions such as Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, Weill Cornell Medical School, and NYU. Collaborative research opportunities abound, and our strong focus on education ensures a rewarding career for those passionate about mentoring and advancing veterinary medicine.