Medication reconciliation: A unique opportunity for pharmacy technicians
As I started my 1st pharmacy intern job at a hospital, one of my roles was to perform medication reconciliation on patients that were being admitted.
Achieving Work-Life Balance: Practical Strategies for Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians
Maintaining work-life balance isn’t just beneficial; it’s essential for well-being and effectiveness. Balancing professional responsibilities with personal life allows for rejuvenation, prevents burnout, and enhances overall job satisfaction.
Walmart Greeter Today, Refrigeration & HVAC technician tomorrow: Taking Employee Training to a New Level
Last week, one of the headlines in the trade journals caught my attention around providing new training opportunities for existing employees. This is precisely the idea that my store manager at Eckerd Drug had back in the 90s, with the training element on steroids! Want a refrigeration or HVAC technician who has already proven themselves as being reliable, detail oriented, and meticulous? Train an employee who has already proven to be those things! Technical elements can be taught; an employee with a demonstrated proficiency in prioritized softer skills is worth that investment.
Can You Really Get All Your CE for Free? Finding the Best Fit for You
Finding free CE courses that are legitimately accredited and applicable to your specific state’s requirements can be incredibly time-consuming. The internet is a vast place, and sifting through countless websites to find suitable courses involves significant effort. This time could be better spent focusing on your practice or personal development.
Exploring Careers in Pharmacy: Pros and Cons of Becoming a Pharmacist or Pharmacy Technician
Whether you’re contemplating becoming a pharmacist or a pharmacy technician, it’s important to understand the benefits and challenges of each role. This article provides a look at the pros and cons of these professions, to help you decide if a career in pharmacy is right for you.
Due for a Reschedule? What Marijuana (Potentially) Being Rescheduled to Schedule III Could Mean for Pharmacy
In pharmacy, drug classifications are vital for regulating medication dispensing and ensuring patient safety. You may have recently heard about the discussions from the DEA and Senate to reschedule marijuana or cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III under the Controlled Substance Act (CSA). This change may pose significant changes to pharmacy operations. How will this impact pharmacies, pharmacists, and pharmacy technicians?
Why You Should Consider Providing an Education Package for Your Staff
In today’s fast-paced pharmacy environment, keeping your team updated with the latest industry standards is crucial. Discover how freeCE’s group memberships offer comprehensive continuing education to help your staff meet compliance requirements and improve patient care. With live and on-demand training tailored to various learning styles, our flexible packages provide ACPE-accredited and PTCB-approved courses that reduce medication errors and save your organization time and money. Simplify your training with freeCE and ensure your team is equipped to excel.
Your Guide to Pharmacy Technician Career Advancement
As you navigate the many avenues for career growth as a pharmacy tech, one principle emerges: rely on continuing education to propel your journey forward. Whether you want to excel in hospital pharmacy settings, specialize in compounding techniques, or delve into the dynamic field of research pharmacy, the foundation of your success lies in continual learning and skill-building.
Pharmacy Diabetes Training For Pharmacists & Technicians
Maintaining competency in the treatment of diabetes is crucial for all healthcare professionals. According to the American Diabetes Association (ADA), there were 37.3 million Americans, roughly 11.3% of the population, with diabetes in 2019. Unfortunately, 8.5 million of those individuals were undiagnosed. In addition, there were 96 million Americans over the age of 18 who […]
CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS FOR PHARMACY TECHNICIANS
Continuing Education (CE) is the best way to stay current in your practice as a pharmacy technician. The pharmaceutical industry is ever-changing, with new medications constantly coming out. Research has become a cornerstone for determining the effectiveness of current therapies and pursuing continuous improvement in practice. In this blog post, we’ll review the benefits of […]