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Marketable Skills

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN MARKETABLE SKILLS

• Assist pharmacists in monitoring medication therapy.
• Calculate insurance coverage for pharmacy transactions.
• Check prescriptions for accuracy before dispensing.
• Count, pour and mix pharmaceuticals.
• Explain costs and payment options to customers.
• Apply medical and pharmaceutical terms.
• Comply with state and federal laws.
• Check pharmaceutical stock to assess inventory level, place orders, and remove outdated drugs.
• Interpret medication orders and prescriptions, organize medications for dispensing, and prepare labels and intravenous solutions.
• Demonstrate ethical conduct.
• Demonstrate active and engaged listening skills.
• Communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and written.
• Demonstrate problem-solving skills.
• Apply critical thinking skills, creativity, and innovation.
 
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