About the job: A pharmacy technician is a healthcare professional who works in a pharmacy under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Their main role is to assist the pharmacist in dispensing medications and providing healthcare products to patients.
What will you do: Some of the responsibilities of a pharmacy technician include:
- Receiving and processing prescription orders from patients and healthcare providers
- Preparing medications and ensuring that they are properly labeled and packaged
- Managing inventory and ordering supplies
- Communicating with patients and healthcare providers about medication instructions and potential side effects
- Processing insurance claims and maintaining patient records
How to become Pharmacy Technician: Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate’s degree.
Job skills/requirements:
- Pharmacy technicians must have good communication skills, attention to detail, and strong organizational abilities.
- They must also be knowledgeable about medications and healthcare products, as well as the laws and regulations governing the practice of pharmacy.
Industry: Health & Counseling
Minimum age: Generally 16+
Expected wage: $17.66 hourly
Similar name: Accredited Pharmacy Technician, Certified Pharmacy Technician
Related jobs: Pharmacy Aides, Medical Assistants
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