Allergy season sees increase in prescription orders
Many people make regular trips to the pharmacy each spring as allergy season hits most of the nation. Pharmacy technicians also see an increase in allergy medication orders this time of year. Almost all regions of the country experience a rise in types of allergies in the spring season but some cities have a more challenging time than others. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) has released its preliminary 2012 Spring Allergy Capitals report, which identifies the 100 “most challenging” U.S. cities to live in with spring allergies. The scientific analysis is based on factors including prevalence data,
READ MORECertification requirements vary for pharmacy techs
The level of required training for pharmacy technicians varies from state to state, but employers are constantly looking for professionally trained workers and those that have received training from a respected school, such as Ayers Career College, are often at the front of the line for the best pharmacy tech jobs. Most states require pharmacy technicians to be registered with the state board of pharmacy and some states require certification. The Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) and the Institute for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ICPT) administer national certification examinations. Certification is always a great way to improve one’s chance
READ MOREMedical assistants in high demand
The healthcare industry is one of the fastest-growing, yet challenged industries in America. As more and more Americans gain access to healthcare and the population ages, there is a greater demand for medical professionals, and hiring in this industry continues to grow. However, there are also a lot of new regulations, especially related to insurance, and medical offices are looking for professionally trained workers in every position. Medical assistants are in high demand as they provide a critical service in helping to make sure a busy healthcare office or facility is running smoothly. New requirements are being placed on the
READ MOREDiverse duties await pharmacy techs
Pharmacy technicians act as an assistant to licensed pharmacists but there is a lot of responsibility required of the position, including preparing prescription medications, providing customer service to those filling prescriptions, and performing other pharmaceutical administrative tasks. A normal day for a pharmacy technician may include receiving a prescription drug request from a customer and then filling that order. That includes counting tablets and labeling bottles. There are clerical duties included in the job description but they are closely related to the pharmaceutical industry. The workplace setting of a pharmacy technician can also vary, including drug stores, hospitals, and mail-order
READ MOREMedical assistants must be trained in clinical procedures and personal interaction
Medical assistants are often the face of the medical industry. They are typically the ones patients see first and that is why it is important for people entering this field to be properly trained in not only clinical procedures but also be capable of interacting with patients in a way that makes them feel safe, comfortable, and cared for. If performing clinical tasks with an emphasis on “customer service” sounds like a good fit for you then becoming a medical assistant might be a great career move. Depending on the work setting, medical assistants prepare patients for examinations by collecting
READ MOREPharmacy Technician’s Skills: Professional and Personal
Updated April 18, 2023 Pharmacy Technicians are a bridge between the pharmacist and the customer. They mix, re-package, label, and deliver drugs to patients. They may also have to look up important information to answer customers’ and patients’ questions, concerns, and comments. Employment in this profession is expected to increase by 32 percent over the next ten years, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics. This growth is a result of the increased use of prescription drugs, along with drug creation and higher life expectancy. The rise in open positions at companies such as retail pharmacies, clinics, and
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