Author Archives: Karen Marlow
Author Archives: Karen Marlow
There are many fields that someone interested in becoming a pharmacy technician can choose to specialize in after they master the basics of the profession and complete their initial education and certification requirements. One newer, but very exciting career path is that of nuclear pharmacy technician (NPT).What is Nuclear Pharmacy?As the name suggests, a nuclear pharmacy […]
Continue readingDid you know that there are now almost 10,000 CVS Pharmacy locations across the US? As the nation’s largest pharmacy chain – and it’s still growing – it’s estimated that 75% of the US population live within six miles of a CVS retail pharmacy location.Pharmacy technicians have a big role to play in the smooth […]
Continue readingAs the Baby Boomer population ages, and the demand for prescription medication increases so does the demand for qualified people to dispense them accurately and safely. Pharmacy Technicians play a big part in that process and so that’s why, as a profession, pharmacy tech is a growing a lucrative option.This is true of the State […]
Continue readingThe designation of Pharmacy Tech is given to those who help pharmacists assemble and dispense prescription medication, not just in retail settings but also in hospital and clinic pharmacies. Theirs is an important job, and the demand for their skills continues to grow.This demand exists in the State of Washington as much as anywhere else. […]
Continue readingPharmacy Technician is a role in the healthcare field that has been growing in terms of both demand and earnings potential for several years now, and that’s as true in Seattle, Washington as it is anywhere else.Pharmacy Tech offers people from all kinds of backgrounds a chance to enter the healthcare field, and enjoy a […]
Continue readingDid you know that it takes a minimum of five years to become a pharmacist? For some that much schooling is impractical or just not something they want to undertake. However, as the pharmacy field continues to grow it is still one that many would like to get into. By becoming a Pharmacy Technician, a […]
Continue readingCareer opportunities for pharmacy technicians are growing, and that’s as true in Washington State as it is anywhere else in the country. If you are looking for a job that offers variety, a stable salary and a way to begin a career in the medical field without five to seven years of formal schooling, then […]
Continue readingPharmacy tech is one of a number of careers in the medical field that is growing fast, offers a wide range of opportunities to people of all ages, all over the country in addition to a good salary and career advancement prospects.Before you can work as a pharmacy tech though, you need to complete the […]
Continue readingPharmacy tech is a still growing discipline within the medical field and one that statistics show offers ample employment opportunities to a wide range of people.To open up the widest range of employment options, and the best salaries a student needs to become a certified Pharmacy Technician, even if they do not practice in a […]
Continue readingWe all do so much online these days. For some people that includes completing college courses, something that is a convenient alternative to attending a physical school. There are a growing number of online schools that offer pharmacy tech programs to those who are interested in pursuing a career in this growing field.Ashworth College is […]
Continue readingPharmacy tech is a career that offers stability, a good income and lots of potential for growth. It also offers you the chance to specialize if you choose. One option available to pharmacy techs is specializing in IV meds or oncology. But just what does that mean, and what extra training will you need? Read on […]
Continue readingYou want to enter a challenging field with lots of potential for growth. You’ve heard that pharmacy tech is one such field. But you don’t want to have to pay for school right now. Is becoming a pharmacy tech still an option? Under certain circumstances the answer is yes, as you’ll discover if you read […]
Continue readingIf you’re passionate about the fields of healthcare and pharmacology, detail-oriented, and a people person, a career as a Medication Reconciliation Technician (MRT) might be a good fit. Medication reconciliation work is increasingly being passed on to pharmacy technicians (PT) to free up the time of healthcare professionals for other tasks, which is why now […]
Continue readingThe state of California is home to 38,220 pharmacy technicians (1). Although these professionals live in every city across the state of California, the largest populations are found in the Los Angeles, followed by Long Beach and Anaheim respectively. There is a total of 13,770 employed pharmacy technicians combined working in these cities (2).LA County offers […]
Continue readingIf you’re looking for a change, here are three related health occupations that you could easily transition from being a pharmacy technician.Dental AssistantsDutiesDental assistants have a variety of tasks regarding dental health and care. They are responsible for assisting with patient care which consists of answering queries, guidance, and relevant dental advice. They also schedule […]
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