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what is the most challenging part of being a pharmacy technician?
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Morgan’s Answer
I think that the most difficult part of being a pharmacy technician is definitely time management. There are many things that must be done throughout the day, and you have to prioritize patient interaction over other daily activities, but all must be done.
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Dinah’s Answer
I am nationally certified as a pharmacy technician and I am currently an intern with CVS. Pharmacy technicians are the right hands of the pharmacist and without pharmacy technicians, the pharmacy will not properly run. Multi-tasking and effective communication is key because working as a team is what makes the ship float, while a dysfunctional team will make the ship sink. Delegating and making sure everyone is assigned a role can real improve work flow and just an overall effectiveness in the pharmacy. Some stations can be harder than others, like triage, which is where problem prescriptions will drop and sometimes insurance has to be called. Other stations, like drop-off, pick-up, and drive-thru can be a little bit easier. Some pharmacy technicians can be better at one thing and not to great at another, but working with each others strengths and weakness will allow for a more smooth workflow.
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Palak’s Answer
I've been a pharmacy technician. I think the most difficult aspect of the job is time management and multi-tasking. As a technician, you have to be comfortable with working on several tasks at the same time (e.g., answering a phone call, acknowledging a in-store customer, while refilling a medication electronically). Pharmacists heavily rely on their technicians and are truly the backbone of the retail pharmacy.
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Christopher’s Answer
Not a pharmacy technician. It is not a particularly challenging job, as it doesn't require any sort of specialized education, but it is a good way to get exposure to the pharmaceuticals industry.