Q: What certifications are commonly held by pharmacy technicians?

Pharmacy technicians may hold Basic Life Support ( BLS ) or Certified Pharmacy Technician ( CPhT-PTCB ), among others.

Question 1

How much do staff Pharmacy Technician jobs pay?

Accepted Answer

For jobs available on Vivian as of Monday, June 3rd 2024, the average hourly salary for a Pharmacy technician is $12 per hour, but can pay up to $17 per hour.

Question 2

What hospitals currently have the most Pharmacy Technician job opportunities?

Accepted Answer

The hospitals on Vivian that currently have the most Pharmacy Technician jobs are Yale-New Haven Psychiatric Hospital (8 jobs), VCU Medical Center (7 jobs), and University of Washington Medical Center (6 jobs).

Question 3

Where can I learn more about working as a Pharmacy Technician?

Accepted Answer

Take a look at Vivian's Pharmacy Technician Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.

Question 4

What is a Pharmacy Tech?

Accepted Answer

Pharmacy technicians are allied health professionals who specialize in assisting pharmacists with dispensing prescription medications to customers or healthcare professionals. Employment of pharmacy techs is expected to grow 4% between 2019 and 2029 as their responsibilities expand and evolve due to new technologies and medications. A pharmaceutical career is a great opportunity to be part of one of the fastest-growing healthcare fields while playing an increasingly important role in protecting public safety.

Question 5

What certifications are commonly held by pharmacy technicians?

Accepted Answer

Pharmacy technicians may hold Basic Life Support (BLS) or Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT-PTCB), among others.

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