Kansas State University
Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital
Pharmacist
 

The Kansas State University Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (KSU-VMTH) invites applications for an unclassified position of Pharmacist. This position offers the unique opportunity to practice in an academic veterinary medical teaching hospital, interact with faculty specialists, and assist with instruction of professional students.

Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from a program accredited by the American Council on Pharmaceutical Education, plus a license granted by the Kansas State Board of Pharmacy to practice in Kansas. Candidates with practical experience dispensing veterinary pharmaceuticals, clinical experience in a teaching hospital environment and experience in preparation and dispensing chemotherapy will be given preference.

The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate leadership, experience and expertise in daily management of a clinical veterinary pharmacy, including planning and evaluating classified and student employee activities. Activities include: Accurate preparation, labeling and dispensing of pharmaceuticals including formulation of compounds; Maintenance of the pharmacy module in the Hospital Information System (VetStar) and the Automated Dispensing System (Pyxis); Maintenance of computer records on pharmaceutical and supply inventory including inventory of shipments, storage, pricing, vendor updates, state contract and sales information; Compliance with federal regulations regarding Extra-Label Drug Use, as outlined in the Animal Medicinal Drug Use Clarification Act; Maintenance of controlled substance logs as required by the federal and state Controlled Substance Acts; Coordination of training programs for visiting pharmacy students enrolled in extern training programs; Consultation with faculty, staff and clients. Manhattan, Kansas and Kansas State University offer the best in living and social interactions combined with the advantages of a University environment, with its countless academic, athletic and cultural events.

Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae and three professional letters of reference to: Dr. Shirley Arck, Hospital Administrator, KSU-VMTH, B139 Mosier Hall, Manhattan, KS 66506-5701. Screening of new applicants will begin on April 15th, 2008 and continue until a suitable candidate is identified.

Kansas State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. Kansas State University encourages diversity among its employees. Paid for by Kansas State University.