VCA Animal Hospitals·Rohnert Park, California
The Pharmacy Technician will dispense medications, calculate dosages, and manage pharmacy and laboratory inventory. They are also responsible for running in-house laboratory tests and maintaining hospital equipment.
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. A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 500 who are board-certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care. The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Join us.
The role requires the ability to handle controlled substances and maintain accurate documentation according to professional standards. Candidates must be able to support team members and ensure the hospital remains organized and clean.
Market context
California pharmacy technician openings often draw steady interest because employers typically look for licensed candidates who can work accurately in regulated settings. This role is competitive because it requires California licensure, CPhT status, a bachelor’s degree or equivalent research experience, plus pharmacy experience and basic GCP and FDA knowledge. Before applying, compare the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here with the original posting so you can quickly confirm fit and save research time.