Pharmacy Technician: The Next Wave in Healthcare |
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June 7, 2007
by Debbie Wilson
Healthcare Programs Columnist
Medical advances are making a wider variety of medications available to treat a growing number of conditions. And as healthcare systems continue to expand, so will the role and responsibility of the pharmacy technician. Here's how you can enjoy a lucrative and rewarding career in an industry that is displaying dramatic job opportunities.
Why Become a Pharmacy Technician?
Becoming a pharmacy technician has a multitude of career advantages. To begin with, pharmacy technicians have the choice to work either in retail, where you have a great deal of customer contact, or for a mail-order pharmacy, where you perform your healthcare duties away from the general public.
Secondly, you'll have the opportunity to work side-by-side with licensed pharmacists, learning the trade from a hands-on perspective. And finally, becoming a pharmacy technician can be easy. There are currently few state and no federal regulations for formal training or certification of pharmacy technicians.
Pharmacy Technician Training
That said, formal training and certification can certainly increase your chances of employment. Degree and diploma programs can be found in many hospitals, vocational schools, community colleges, and even online . Courses cover pharmaceutical terminology, calculations, recordkeeping, ethics, and lab work. Upon graduation, you'll receive either a certification or degree, depending upon your healthcare program.
Scientific healthcare discoveries are on the rise, and so are the number of associated tests and medications. That translates to excellent opportunities for pharmacy technicians. Now is the perfect time to join this booming industry and enjoy all the benefits of a magnificent career.
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About The Author
Debbie owns and operates a lakeside resort. Debbie holds a B.A. in Business Management and a minor in Physical Education.
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