Clinical Small Animal Hospital Pharmacist

Posting InformationPosting Number PG194312EP
Internal Recruitment No
Working Title Clinical Small Animal Hospital Pharmacist
Anticipated Hiring Range $120,000 – $126,500 (commensurate with education and experience)
Work Schedule 8am-4pm M-F with Saturday 8a-12 noon every 6-7 weeks
Job Location Raleigh, NC
Department CVM Teaching Hospital

About the Department The NC State Veterinary Hospital (VH) provides primary through tertiary care for a wide variety of animal species and services as an environment for training veterinary students, specialty training for interns and residents, and conducts clinical research. The Pharmacy provides and ensures the most effective, safe, and economic drug therapy possible for all patients.
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Essential Job Duties This role supports the Pharmacy Service at the Terry Center Companion Animal Hospital, ensuring safe, effective, and legally compliant drug therapy for all patients. The pharmacist serves as a key liaison between inpatient wards, clinical services, and Pharmacy Main, facilitating accurate medication preparation, labeling, and delivery.Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure safe handling of hazardous drugs and verify inpatient medication orders.
• Collaborate with the Antimicrobial Stewardship (AMS) Committee to provide antimicrobial recommendations.
• Participate in clinical rounds to support accurate and safe drug therapy.
• Identify and report drug interactions and adverse events.
• Evaluate and improve pharmacy workflows and data systems (e.g., Instinct).
• Support formulary management and compound development.
• Provide advanced drug information and educational materials to clinical staff.
• Communicate inventory needs and purchasing details to relevant teams.
• Mentor pharmacy students and residents; supervise student activities and provide shadowing opportunities.

Other Responsibilities

• Occasionally lecture veterinary students and deliver in-service training to hospital staff.

Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience

• Licensed to practice Pharmacy in the state of North Carolina.

Other Required Qualifications N/APreferred Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited school and completion of an ICVP-accredited PGY1 Veterinary Clinical Pharmacy Residency.
• Experience working in a veterinary pharmacy setting.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with interprofessional veterinary care teams.
• Strong communication skills with both customers and colleagues.
• Proficiency in MS Office products.

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

• Current license to practice as a Registered Pharmacist in NC by the North Carolina Board of Pharmacy
• Diplomate of the International College of Veterinary Pharmacy

Valid NC Driver’s License required No
Commercial Driver’s License required NoRecruitment Dates and Special InstructionsJob Open Date 10/22/2025
Anticipated Close Date Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants Please submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information for at least three professional references.Position Details Position Number 00111559
Position Type EPS/SAAO
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.0
Appointment 12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation – Adverse Weather Non Mandatory – Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation – Emergency Events Mandatory – Medical Emergencies
Department ID 192001 – CVM Teaching Hospital
EEONC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or .Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * * How did you learn of this opportunity?

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• Job Fair (Identify Job Fair in question #2 below)
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(Open Ended Question) * * Do you have experience as a licensed pharmacist in a hospital or clinical setting?

• Yes

• No

• * How many years of experience do you have as a pharmacist in a veterinary teaching hospital?

• No experience as a pharmacist in a veterinary teaching hospital

• 0-1 year of experience

• 1-2 years of experience

• 2-4 years of experience

• 4-10 years of experience

• 10 years of experience

Application Materials RequiredRequired Documents * Resume

• Cover Letter
• Contact Information for References

Optional Documents

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