Pharmacy technicians play a vital role by assisting pharmacists in the preparation, distribution and management of medications. They work in our hospitals and outpatient settings to ensure safe and efficient medication use, supporting both clinical teams and patients.
Pharmacy Technician Pathway
About the Role
Key Tasks
- Preparing and dispensing medications, including compounding and labeling, under the supervision of a pharmacist
- Managing inventory and restocking medication supplies, ensuring compliance with safety and storage regulations
- Assisting in medication order entry, data entry in electronic health records (EHR) and maintaining accurate patient records
Pathway Requirements
- This 4-month virtual program is designed to be flexible so you can attend classes and complete coursework around your work schedule.
- Participants can expect to dedicate 18 hours per week to completing course requirements, including:
- 2 live online classes per week, 2 hours per class
- 14 hours per week of self-directed coursework
- At the end of the 4-month program, you will transfer to a new role as a paid, full-time pharmacy technician trainee to complete the 4-week clinical experience needed to become a certified pharmacy technician.
- Your clinical experience will include dedicated preceptors to support you every step of the way.
- During your clinical experience, certification preparation tools will help you get ready to take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE).
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Interest Form
Before completing the interest form, be sure read these important program details:
- You will continue to work in your current role while participating in the program.
The program is 4 months and requires 18 hours per week to attend online classes and complete coursework. - At the end of the 4-month program, you will transfer to a new role as a paid, full-time pharmacy technician trainee to complete the 4-week clinical experience.
- During your clinical experience, certification preparation tools will help you get ready to take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE).
- Once you successfully complete the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE) you will be transferred to a full-time role as a certified Pharmacy Technician.