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Advice: Job: Pharmacy TechnicianWhy being crosstrained doesn't pay! I started as a cashier in the front end, then was cross trained to the pharmacy. I did all their little computer training programs and still after a year + wait they still haven't RA Certified me, and better yet I was screwed out of a big bonus for sales and then, told even when my job title is changed I still will not be paid what a technician makes. I am in college right now to become nationally certified and I am planning on looking for employment elsewhere.
Considering a change from SD... Is it worth it, since I do not have as much experience as other pharm techs?
I think it would be, but you have to consider moving, living and other expenses.
good teamworking enviroment Give expectations, assure your workers are all treated fairly and that the all put out the same amont of work. Communicate what's expected on a daily basis and always be firm yet positive. And say hello to everyone with a smile!
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Country: United States | Currency: USD | Updated: 1 Feb 2010 | Individuals Reporting: 5,615
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FAQ: Job: Pharmacy TechnicianHow To Increase Your Pharmacy Tech SalaryWith the economy in a slump, people in all fields are wondering how to manage their careers and increase annual salaries. While job opportunities in the health care industry are expected to continue growing, further education and training can give employees a competitive edge. For pharmacy tech positions, completing a Pharmacy Technician Certification could make the difference when it comes to getting hired for a new position, earning a promotion, or negotiating a higher pharmacy tech salary. Education is also vital for those who plan to expand their pharmacy careers; earning a Pharmacy Degree is the first step toward becoming a pharmacist. Researching Pharmacy Tech Wages
Modern pharmacists must counsel patients on drug administration as well as any possible reactions or interactions with other medications. With pharmacists busier than ever, it falls to pharmacy techs to keep pharmacies running smoothly and safely. Demand for this challenging career is up, and with it, demand for accurate information on pharmacy tech wages. Using PayScale's pharmacy tech salary survey data, you can research pharmacy tech wages based on location, experience, and many other factors that typically affect the average salary for a pharmacy technician.
Average Salary for a Pharmacy TechnicianCertified Pharmacy Technician Andrew Christian knows the ins and outs of the trade: he's spent the last three years climbing the pharmacy tech ladder. Read his first-hand account of the life of a pharmacy technician, as well as pharmacy tech salary tips from the field, in "Average Salary for a Pharmacy Technician" over in the Salary Stories blog. More Hourly Rate Reports for Job: Pharmacy TechnicianMore Survey Reports for Job: Pharmacy Technician |
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