The Pharmacist

AUGUST 18, 2023

The government has launched a consultation on whether registered pharmacy technicians should be allowed to supply medicines under a patient group direction (PGD). It also asks respondents whether the current training undertaken by registered pharmacy technicians would be considered sufficient for this.

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The Pharmacist

JUNE 9, 2023

Updated service specifications outlining how pharmacy technicians can deliver NHS blood pressure check and smoking cessation services have been published this week. But the updated service specifications had to […] The post Pharmacy technician service specifications published appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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The Pharmacist

AUGUST 16, 2023

Places are available for up to 840 pharmacy technicians to apply for new fully funded training launching in September. The training aims to enable community pharmacy technicians to take on responsibility while more pharmacists train as independent prescribers.

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The Pharmacist

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Discussions have taken place over the inclusion of pharmacy technicians in the delivery of the NHS New Medicine Service, according to Hammaad Patel, national pharmacy integration lead at NHS England.

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The Pharmacist

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Expanding pharmacy technicians’ scope of practice, including by allowing them to use patient group directions (PGDs), is expected to increase the attractiveness of a career in community pharmacy, the president of the Association of Pharmacy Technicians UK (APTUK) has told The Pharmacist.

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Med Ed 101

AUGUST 7, 2024

We’ve spent the last six months working on a Pharmacy Technician Study Guide for those preparing […] The post New Release! Pharmacy Technician Study Guide – Almost Free For a Limited Time! It’s my pleasure to provide something of great value for practically nothing! It’s one of the things I enjoy the most!

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The Pharmacist

OCTOBER 13, 2023

The Pharmacists Defence Association (PDA) has said that it ‘cannot support’ the government’s proposal to allow pharmacy technicians to supply medication under a patient group direction (PGD).

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The Pharmacist

JUNE 5, 2024

Registered pharmacy technicians will be able to supply medicines under patient group directions (PGDs) from 26 June, after legislation was amended last week. The changes follow a public consultation on […] The post Pharmacy technicians able to supply meds under PGDs from end of month appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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The Pharmacist

JUNE 26, 2024

Nationally negotiated patient group directions (PGDs) will need to be reviewed before pharmacy technicians can use them to supply medicines, Community Pharmacy England and Scotland have said.

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The Script

JULY 5, 2023

Are you searching for your first pharmacy technician position? Rx relief breaks down our top advice on finding your first role.

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The Pharmacist

JANUARY 11, 2024

It is designed to support the salary, tuition and research […] The post Research grants open for UK pharmacists and pharmacy technicians appeared first on The Pharmacist. The PhD Studentship Award is being trialled in PRUK’s annual funding round for the first time in place of its Research Development Awards.

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Pharmacy Times

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Two MUSC pharmacy technicians discuss how techs are pivotal in pharmacy, whether in the community or clinical setting, and how it is important to maintain high standard of care in a changing environment.

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The Pharmacist

APRIL 11, 2023

Pharmacy technicians in England are now legally permitted to perform blood pressure checks as part of the hypertension case-finding service and deliver the smoking cessation service (SCS), the Pharmaceutical Services Negotiating Committee (PSNC) has announced.

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Pharmacy Times

MAY 7, 2024

As pharmacy practice continues to evolve, it is imperative to recognize the vital contributions of all members of the pharmacy team, including pharmacy technicians.

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The Happy PharmD

MAY 7, 2024

Could there be a new role emerging, one that blurs the lines between technician and pharmacist? An advanced pharmacy technician, or perhaps a pharmacy assistant akin to a PA or NP in other healthcare realms? Organizations are already laying the groundwork for advanced pharmacy technician roles.

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Pharmacy Times

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

For pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, who work diligently to ensure our health and well-being, choosing the perfect holiday gift can be a thoughtful way to express gratitude and brighten their season.

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The Pharmacist

OCTOBER 3, 2024

The latest workforce survey suggests a decrease in the number of qualified pharmacists and pharmacy technicians working in community pharmacy in England between 2022 and 2023.

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Pharmacy Times

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Pharmacy Technician Day celebrates the myriad contributions of the unsung heroes of health care.

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Pharmacy Times

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Tune in to this episode of Pharmacy Focus to gain a deeper understanding of the AAPT Fall Seminar, the evolving landscape of pharmacy practice, and the crucial roles played by pharmacy technicians.

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The Script

JANUARY 26, 2023

The post Pharmacy Technicians: Earning Your PTCE Certification appeared first on Rx relief.

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Pharmacy Times

AUGUST 23, 2023

By embracing collaboration, optimizing work hours, and prioritizing patient care, pharmacy technicians are leading the charge towards an inclusive, technologically advanced, and patient-focused era in pharmaceutical practice.

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Pharmacy Times

JULY 15, 2022

Ryan Burke, PharmD, director of professional affairs at Pharmacy Technician Certification Board, discusses more advanced roles for pharmacy technicians and how they can continue to grow beyond their current roles.

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Pharmacy Times

MARCH 24, 2024

Studies have shown that the presence of advanced pharmacy technicians in a pharmacy has a positive predictive validity to increased monthly immunizations.

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Pharmacy Times

OCTOBER 21, 2022

In a panel, pharmacy technicians across the world discuss how the role for pharmacy technicians will continue to grow post-pandemic in United States, Portugal, and the United Kingdom.

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Pharmacy Times

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Bill Schimmel, CEO and executive director of the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB), discusses how pharmacists and pharmacy technicians can advocate for the certification of pharmacy technicians.

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Pharmacy Times

OCTOBER 18, 2022

In a panel, pharmacy technicians across the world discuss the importance of pharmacy technicians and how they plan to celebrate National Pharmacy Technician Day.

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Pharmacy Times

OCTOBER 28, 2022

In a panel, pharmacy technicians discuss the future of pharmacy technicians in United States, Portugal, and the United Kingdom.

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The Script

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Have you ever been interested in becoming a pharmacy tech? Our team at Rx relief dives deep into the career.

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Pharmacy Times

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Tom Greenlee, retail pharmacy manager at the University of Missouri Health Care, and Kayla Hodges, 340B Analyst in Pharmacy Business at the University of Missouri Health Care, discusses how a successful career ladder can help retain pharmacy technicians.

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Pharmacy Times

AUGUST 22, 2023

Pharmacy technicians should advocate for fair pay raises due to their crucial role, expanding skills, and cost-effectiveness over turnover.

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Pharmacy Times

OCTOBER 18, 2022

National Pharmacy Technician Day takes place October 18, 2022.

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Pharmacy Times

JULY 18, 2022

Ryan Burke, PharmD, director of professional affairs at Pharmacy Technician Certification Board, discusses how the changing role of pharmacy technicians has also helped the role of the pharmacist.

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Pharmacy Times

OCTOBER 20, 2022

In a panel, pharmacy technicians across the world discuss the differences of the role for pharmacy technicians in United States, Portugal, and the United Kingdom.

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Pharmacy Times

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Bill Schimmel, CEO and executive director of the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB), discusses how pharmacy technicians can face burnout and advocate for themselves.

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Pharmacy Times

MAY 3, 2023

The advent of pharmacy-based community health workers has helped to expand and codify the pre-existing community-based efforts of pharmacy technicians to reach even outside of medication access.

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Pharmacy Times

OCTOBER 27, 2022

In a panel, pharmacy technicians across the world discuss the role of automation in United States, Portugal, and the United Kingdom.

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Pharmacy Times

JANUARY 19, 2024

The primary point of contact, called the Technician Success and Onboarding Coordinator (TSOC), is a new role created specifically to improve pharmacy technician retention.

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