Pharmacy technician, Kaihangarau rongoā
Also known as
- Dispensary assistant, community pharmacy technician, dispensary tehnician, hospital pharmacy technician, pharmaceutical assistant
Pharmacy technicians prepare medications under the supervision of a pharmacist. They may pack and label prescriptions and help with other pharmacy duties.
Your pay could be
$72K
Lower
$79K to $91K
Most common
$98K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
1-2 years
Pharmacy technicians
- usually work regular business hours
- usually work in pharmacies, chemists and hospitals
- need to be responsible, accurate and organised
Tasks
- verify accuracy of patient information
- perform clerical work in medical settings
- enter information into databases or software programs
- enter codes or other information into computers
- enter patient or treatment data into computers
- record patient medical histories
- process medical billing information
- maintain inventory of medical supplies or equipment
- prepare medications or medical solutions
- sterilise medical equipment or instruments
Organised
Practical
Social
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You need
- an advanced certificate or diploma in pharmacy
- a First Aid Certificate
You may need
- experience as a pharmacy assistant or similar
If you’re in school
You need NCEA Level 3 to do the study or training for this job.
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