How to Find a Pharmacy Technician

Whether you own a pharmacy and need to increase the size of your pharmacy staff, or if you are looking for your own personal pharmacy technician, searching for one is a relatively easy and straightforward process. By using online resources as well as offline resources like the phone book, you can quickly locate pharmacy technicians who are ready to work or can answer any questions about prescription drugs. While often employed in pharmacies, technicians can also work in hospitals and clinical settings, depending on the needs of the patients whom the medical practice services.

Instructions

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  Perform a search for a licensed pharmacy technician using an online search tool, such as the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board's website (ptcb.org), which will reveal the technician's location as well as give you information on his pharmacy credentials.

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  Find a pharmacy technician who is currently working at a pharmacy by looking up the numbers to pharmacies in your area using the phone book or an online local search engine. Call the pharmacy's primary number and follow any automated prompts, if any, to reach the pharmacy department.

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  Conduct a search for pharmacy technicians on a job search website such as Monster or CareerBuilder (see Resources). These employment websites allow you to search for pharmacy technicians who are currently looking for a job. Often, you can obtain their resume and contact information if you register on the website as an employer, allowing you to get in touch with them.