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Pharmacy technician jobs on the rise

Despite the tough economy, demand for well-trained pharmacy technicians is expected to grow rapidly.  » Read more below

New law raises standards, stakes for PTs

A tragedy in Ohio underscored the importance of proper training for PTs and resulted in a tough new law.  » Read more below

Pharmacy technician jobs on the rise

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Whether you are looking for better pay, a change of pace, or want to get into an exciting field where you can excel, a job in the pharmaceutical industries is perfect for those looking for a steady career. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, job availability for pharmacy technicians are on the rise over other occupational choices, with an impressive 32% hike by the year 2016. Over 40 states now regulate pharmacy technician training, as the demand for these services continue to grow. PTs play a crucial role in providing patients with secure, well organized and reliable care and services.

Advantages of this career path are: a bigger paycheck, more advanced job responsibilities, and less risk of losing your job as the healthcare field demands skilled professionals. You will be acknowledged as a true professional who has been trained, tested and most importantly, can be trusted.

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Emily's Law raises standards, stakes for PTs

Pharmacy technicians hold people's lives in their hands, as evident by the fatal mistake made by a PT in Ohio when two year old Emily Jerry, who was receiving her last dose of chemotherapy with an excellent prognosis, "grabbed her head, screamed and cried" before falling into a coma. She died three days later. Shockingly, the medication had been compounded with 20x the normal amount of sodium chloride, the standard being 0.9%. The parents rightfully blamed the PT, and the supervising pharmacist who signed off on it.

In coping with their grief, the Jerry family pursued legal action with the help of the National Pharmacy Technician Association. NPTA offered support, guidance, and lobbying assistance, not to mention a tremendous amount of expertise. They found that in Ohio, PTs don't have to be licensed or pass any basic competency tests. These "gross inadequacies" were exposed throughout the nation, including California.

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