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Cesar
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What are the pros and cons of working in a hospital pharmacy compared to a retail pharmacy?
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Dianna Soto
Non Sterile Pharmacy Technician
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Hi Cesar,
Both hospital and retail pharmacy’s are fast paced. Retail has some down time and sometimes you can get snacks from around the store if you know you won’t be able to last long til lunch or end of shift. Hospitals have less, or zero down time because you are serving both the people who are leaving the hospital, and the patients who are staying, while preparing whatever else is necessary for new incoming patients.
Both hospital and retail pharmacy’s are fast paced. Retail has some down time and sometimes you can get snacks from around the store if you know you won’t be able to last long til lunch or end of shift. Hospitals have less, or zero down time because you are serving both the people who are leaving the hospital, and the patients who are staying, while preparing whatever else is necessary for new incoming patients.