PHARMACY TECHNICIAN

About CPhT 

The Pharmacy Technician Program is designed to works closely with a pharmacist to ensure the health and safety of their patients. They locate, dispense, pack, and label a prescribed medication for a patient that is then reviewed for accuracy by a pharmacist before dispensed to the patient. They might also help pharmacists with administrative tasks such as processing insurance claims, tracking inventory, and filing paperwork.

Duties of A CPhT

• Manage inventory

• Package prescriptions which are then reviewed by a Pharmacist for accuracy before being dispensed to the patient

• Accurately measure medication amounts which are then reviewed by a Pharmacist for accuracy

• Establish and maintain patient records

• Accept payment for prescriptions and process insurance claims

Career Opportunities

Being a Pharmacy Tech is experiencing a high growth rate. According to the BLS, Physical Therapy Tech have a job growth outlook of 16% through 2031. This is significantly higher than the average job outlook for all occupations in the U.S. As a Pharmacy Technician with certification, you have the potential to find a wider range of job opportunities in the coming years.

As a Pharmacy Tech (CPHT), you might have opportunities to increase your salary, especially as you gain experience. Keep in mind that salaries for CPHTs can vary based on the kind of medical setting you work in and other factors, such as the years of experience you have.