Communication Skills & Pharmacy Technicians
Important Skills in a High Demand Field Pharmacy technicians must have a wide range of technical skills and specialized knowledge to carry out their duties. But being able to effectively communicate with customers and patients continues to be one of the most important skills. Increasing Demand for Pharmacy Technicians Job growth for pharmacy tech positions is expected to increase by 12% by 2026. While this means that there is an opportunity for career advancement, there will also be a lot of competition. Clear and insightful communication could mean the difference between a promotion or not. Working One-On-One Pharmacy technicians must
READ MOREWhere Does a Pharmacy Technician Work?
Top 3 Places for Exciting Career Opportunities As a Pharmacy Technician, you will have a variety of career options available to you upon graduation. From large retail pharmacies to private pharmacies and even hospitals, the skills you have learned through your classes will transfer well to many different professional settings. Here are a few places you can find employment and the pros and cons of each. Hospital Pharmacies Traditional hospitals and clinics have their own in-house pharmacies. Some hospital pharmacies provide services only to physicians and other medical professionals who work within the hospital. They are often found filling prescriptions
READ MOREDo You Know All of the Pharmacy Technician Regulations?
Did you know that states define and regulate pharmacy technicians differently? Depending on which state you live in, you may be considered a pharmacy technician either with or without a license, which makes for a wide variety of possibilities across states. This is changing, however, as increased consistency creeps into state legislatures regarding employees of this type, although many differences still exist. The National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) in a 2009 survey noted that 33 states now have technician training requirements, although this means in some cases that state boards of pharmacy can approve virtually any training program
READ MOREI’m a Single Parent- Can I Be a Pharmacy Technician?
It’s hardly a new development for a single parent to be in the market for a new job, only to find struggles because of their home and existing work commitments. In many ways, it doesn’t matter what the profession is; it will be a struggle if schooling is necessary. When it comes to pharmacy tech training, it’s no different. There are obstacles in your way if you need to take pharmacy technician training. There just isn’t any easy way around it. That doesn’t mean you can’t make it happen A little determination goes a long way, and if you really
READ MOREMedical Assistant: Three Simple Steps to Keep Your Scrubs Like New
You’ve completed your Medical Assistant or Pharmacy Technician training, and you’ve scored the job you’ve always wanted – so now you get to wear scrubs almost every day of the week. You know that it’s important to keep your scrubs looking new, but are you really sure how to do it? Follow these three tips below to keep your scrubs looking as new as the day you brought them home! 1. Wash…Then Wear Washing your scrubs before you wear them helps in a couple of ways. Since you’ll be wearing them daily and washing them frequently, the colors may fade
READ MORERelationship with Patients Important for Pharmacy Techs
Pharmacy technicians work with patients to achieve positive health outcomes, reduce health care expenses, and provide a range of essential, niche services. The pharmaceutical industry is experiencing growth and the demand for pharmacy technicians is also growing. However, solid training is required to enter this career field and build a long-lasting profession as a pharmacy technician. It is important for pharmacy technicians to have a strong relationship with patients by monitoring a patients’ full medication regimen to prevent drug interactions, promote the appropriate use of generic drugs to lower costs, encourage the taking of medication as directed and provide access
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