137 Senior Pharmacy Technician Jobs Nationwide
Pharmacy technicians assist licensed pharmacists. On a typical day, a pharmacy technician will help a pharmacist label, formulate and dispense medications. In addition, they also maintain patient profile records, receive deliveries and run a cash register.
Skill Sets: Pharmacy technicians are usually required to have knowledge of anatomy, chemistry and medical terms. Attention to detail and organizational skills are important.
Education: Qualifications vary from state to state. Some pharmacy technicians complete a certification course while others receive on the job training. Pharmacy technicians should consider taking courses in medical terminology, prescription preparations, record keeping and office machines.
Career Path: Pharmacy technicians may complete a certification course and be hired directly into their field. Another route is to work as a pharmacy clerk and be promoted to pharmacy technician. Check to see what the required education is in your area. Working as a pharmacy clerk while completing a certification course is a great way to gain work experience.
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