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I’m a junior in college and I changed my career from lab tech/medical technology to becoming a pharmacist. Now I’m starting to realize it’s been a huge mistake. Is it really that bad? I live in Northern Virginia and I…
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I’ve been a tech since 2009 but I have always worked in retail. I am about to switch to a new job working in an inpatient hospital pharmacy, just wondering if there are any techs or pharmacists out there willing…
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So I’m 23 and just graduated from college with a psychology degree and business minor. I decided it was a dumb choice, but also decided that I want to become a pharmacist eventually (and it actually seems doable with a…
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I’m a recent college grad who plans on going into pharmacy school. But because I’m passed due with registration, I have to wait for the next cycle. In between studying for the PCATs and volunteering at the hospital, I figured…
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So I have an interview for a pharmacy technician position tomorrow at a local drug store (major national chain) and after searching the sub for a bit I thought I may as well post. I’m looking for specific tips and…
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If I get it, this is going to be the first job I’ve had in the pharmaceutical field so I’m really excited about it. I’m not licensed nor do I have any prior pharmacy experience. For pharmacy technicians who have…
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Hi all, I am interviewing for a compounding pharmacy technician position and am wondering if anyone here is one and can speak to the duties of the job, math calculations involved, and general overview. Has anyone ever been a retail…
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Hi all I am currently studying to take the PTCB exam, and had a few questions about employment and the state license. I live in Nevada which is a state that requires I pass the PTCB and also graduate from…
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I have been working as a pharmacy technician for half a year now but I only make $8.75. I was wondering if this is close to the normal range or if I’m getting the short straw. Thanks!   Comment: Super…
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Would any pharmacy techs out there mind explaining to me what you guys do on day to day basis on the job?   Comment: Come in half hour or hour before opening, load money in cash registers, file prescriptions from…
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