Pharmacy technicians work under a pharmacist’s supervision to perform tasks related to the preparation and filling of prescriptions, issuance of medication, and handling of drugs. Pharmacy technician programs teach students how to process medications, adhere to patient medication safety practices, … Read the rest
A pharmacy technician trained in the technical and administrative operations of a pharmacy is a valuable assist to retail and institutional pharmacy institutions. After completing a pharmacy technician program and acquiring national certification, the technician is prepared to assume a … Read the rest
Pharmacists rely on the work of their technicians to gain the freedom to focus on critical pharmacy services and patient counseling. Certified pharmacy technicians receive prescriptions, prepare and dispense medications, manage inventory, and manage the day-to-day operations of the pharmacy. … Read the rest
Pharmacy technicians conduct much of the daily tasks in community pharmacies. Their core duties include receiving prescription requests (both electronically and in store), fill prescriptions, package and label medications, monitor, order and receive new inventory, compound medications, measure, count and … Read the rest