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Pharmacy Technician
There are many things to question when choosing to start a new career. How much will I get paid? will I find a job easily? What is required of me in order to be successful in this field? Before starting a career as a Pharmacy Technician, there is some important information you should know and take into consideration.
Pharmacy Technician
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BOC CPhT
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Pharmacy Technicians help licensed pharmacists dispense prescription medication.
Pharmacy Technicians are Health Care Professionals that are increasingly in demand. Pharmacy Technicians read the prescription, retrieve, count, pour, weigh, measure, and may mix or compound medications. Technicians may establish and maintain patient profiles, as well as prepare insurance claim forms and manage inventory. Questions requiring clinical knowledge, such as prescription and health care questions, are always referred to as a Licensed Pharmacist. Technicians who pass the (Excpt) Pharmacy Exam are granted the title of Pharmacy Technician (cpht). Careers
According to the United States Department of Labor: Pharmacy technicians usually need a high school diploma or equivalent and learn their duties through on-the-job training, or they may complete a postsecondary education program in pharmacy technology. Most states regulate pharmacy technicians, which is a process that may require passing an exam or completing a formal education or training program.
Our courses was established by the Institute for the of Pharmacy Technicians (Icpt). Individuals with Pharmacy Technician s will typically perform work delegated by licensed pharmacists in accordance with state rules and regulations.s receive written prescription requests from patients, prescriptions sent electronically from doctors offices and in some states are permitted to process physicians orders by phone.
Pharmacy Technician
Pharmacy Technicians are Health Care Professionals that are increasingly in demand. Pharmacy Technicians read the prescription, retrieve, count, pour, weigh, measure, and may mix or compound medications. Technicians may establish and maintain patient profiles, as well as prepare insurance claim forms and manage inventory. Questions requiring clinical knowledge, such as prescription and health care questions, are always referred to as a Licensed Pharmacist. Technicians who pass the (Excpt) Pharmacy Exam are granted the title of Pharmacy Technician (cpht). Our courses was established by the Institute for the of Pharmacy Technicians (Icpt). Individuals with Pharmacy Technician s will typically perform work delegated by licensed pharmacists in accordance with state rules and regulations.s receive written prescription requests from patients, prescriptions sent electronically from doctors offices and in some states are permitted to process physicians orders by phone.
What Do Pharmacy Technicians Do?
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The job duties of certified pharmacy tech usually include the following:Tasks Required To Perform
Tasks Required To Perform
Important Skills To Have
- Preparation of medications for patients
- Receiving and verifying the prescriptions
- Pricing and filling of prescriptions
- Obtaining pharmacist’s approval
- Completing patient paperwork related to the filling of prescription
- Assistant with insurance claims processing (usually a pharmacist will handle this, but assistant’s help will be needed – the entire process is done online)
- Stocking and pricing of medications in inventory
- Ensuring availability of drugs by delivering them to patients or facilities
- Maintaining pharmacy’s (and its patients’ employees’) safety by adhering to infection-control procedures, policies and regulations
- Enjoyment of working with people
- Proficiency with numbers and calculations
- Courteousness
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to adapt and learn unique procedures to every location site
- Health Professional phone presence
- Ability to adapt to the needs of patients and pharmacist
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Pharmacy TechnicianSalary And Job Outlook
According to U.S. Bureau of Statistics, The median annual wage for pharmacy technicians was $31,750 in May 2017. The median wage is the wage at which half the workers in an occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $22,000, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $46,980.According to Salary.com The median annual Pharmacy Technician I salary is $33,777 as of September 01, 2018, with a range usually between $30,464 and $37,683, however this can vary widely depending on a variety of factors. Our team of Certified Compensation Health Professionals has analyzed survey data collected from thousands of HR departments at companies of all sizes and industries to present this range of annual salaries for people with the job title Pharmacy Technician I in the United States.
Pharmacy Technician Salaries by Percentile
A team of Certified Compensation Health Professionals has analyzed survey data collected from thousands of HR departments at companies of all sizes and industries to present this range of annual salaries for people with the job title Pharmacy Technician in the United States.
| Percentile | Occupation | Salary | Location | Last Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | Pharmacy Technician | $30,464 | US | June 28, 2018 |
| 25th | Pharmacy Technician | $32,097 | US | June 28, 2018 |
| 50th | Pharmacy Technician | $34073.5 | US | June 28, 2018 |
| 75th | Pharmacy Technician | $37,427 | US | June 28, 2018 |
| 90th | Pharmacy Technician | $37,683 | US | June 28, 2018 |
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Ways To Become A Pharmacy Technician
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Certification & Licensing
Certification & LicensingThe Certified Pharmacy Technician ( CPhT )" is a Nationally acknowledged certification administered by the National Healthcareers Association. It is not required to have a National certification to work as a Pharmacy Technician but the majority of healthcare facilities will require the accomplishment of a one year Nationally recognized training courses, particularly since Medicare and many other health-insurance companies will subsequently only cover's the patients phlebotomy procedure if it is performed by a Certified Pharmacy Technician ( CPhT ). getting your Certified Pharmacy Technician certification significantly increase your likelihood of employment."You can learn everything to be a successful pharmacy technician within eighrt months of study. "Start your dream career, get promoted, and boost your earning by becoming a Certified Pharmacy Technician. What are you waiting?"
Advantages Of Training and Certification
The Certified Pharmacy Technician (CCMA) is a Nationally acknowledged certification. In this occupation those who are certified have a big advantage when searching for a job. A certification is a way to stand out from any prospect and it is the simplest way to prove qualifications and a certain level of competence. There is less on-the-job training, which will save you and employers valuable time and resources. A certification proves to employers that the candidate is serious about their profession.
The NAHCE Pharmacy Technician Badge Of Completion (BOC)
The NAHCE Pharmacy Technician Continuing Health Education Badge Of Completion (BOC) tells your employer that you have received the highest standards in Pharmacy Technician education, information, and knowledge meeting the educational requirements of the certifying bodies in this field.
After receiving the NAHCE Pharmacy Technician (BOC) you will be trained to PASS the following certification exams:
After receiving the NAHCE Pharmacy Technician (BOC) you will be trained to PASS the following certification exams:
Pharmacy Technician Certification (CCMA)
Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT)
The NHA Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) is a nationally accredited certification program, that meets or exceeds the accreditation criteria of the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA), ensuring the highest quality standards. The Pharmacy Technician ExCPT exam tests the most current and relevant competencies necessary to ensure proficiency in performing tasks associated with pharmacy technician practices. Pharmacy Technicians are critical team members at pharmacies located in hospitals, drug stores, doctors’ offices and grocery stores. The tele pharmacy industry is also growing. Becoming a CPhT with NHA shows that you are knowledgeable and ready to be a valued member of a healthcare team.
* The ExCPT exam has received approval from 34 of 40 Boards of Pharmacy in regulated states. You should check the rules or regulations of the licensing or regulatory agency of your state.
The purchase of NHA exam preparation materials or other educational products is not required to sit for any NCCA-accredited certification exam offered by NHA, and does not guarantee a passing score on an examiNation. Exams accredited by the National Commission For Certifying Agencies (NCCA). The NCCA accredits certification courses by providing an unbiased third-party review of our courses. Successful completion of this review results in accreditation. Those courses successfully going through this rigorous process have met certain standards and best practices to ensure that a legally defensible and psychometrically sound exam/assessment is delivered.
The purchase of NHA exam preparation materials or other educational products is not required to sit for any NCCA-accredited certification exam offered by NHA, and does not guarantee a passing score on an examiNation. Exams accredited by the National Commission For Certifying Agencies (NCCA). The NCCA accredits certification courses by providing an unbiased third-party review of our courses. Successful completion of this review results in accreditation. Those courses successfully going through this rigorous process have met certain standards and best practices to ensure that a legally defensible and psychometrically sound exam/assessment is delivered.
The Certified Pharmacy Technician
Employment of pharmacy technicians is projected to grow 12 percent from 2016 to 2026, faster than the average for all occupations. Increased demand for prescription medications will lead to more demand for pharmaceutical services. Pharmacy TechnicianPercent Change In Employment, Projected 2016-24
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