Rite Aid Exam (Role of the Pharmacy Technician) Questions and Answers

Rite Aid Exam (Role of the Pharmacy Technician) Questions and Answers Pharmacy Technician - Ans ️️ -An individual working in a pharmacy who, under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, assists in pharmacy activities that do not require the professional judgement of a pharmacist Technician Duties - Ans ️️ -answer the phone, gather general health info, enter patient info, prepare prescriptions, assist with compounding medications, stock shelves, prevent errors, maintain records, assist with inventory, check for and remove expired medications etc. (most states don't allow technicians to work in a pharmacy without a pharmacist present) Obligations - Ans ️️ -Ensure the health and safety of the patient, be honest, maintain high standards of integrity and conduct, assist the pharmacist, respect the patient, protect patient's confidentiality, stay up to date with pharmacy advancements, new drugs, and regulations. Qualities and Skills - Ans ️️ -Good verbal and nonverbal communication, minimize stress, balance out duties, adapt to change quickly, maintain professionalism, have working knowledge of computers, email, internet, and other electronic devices or programs. Registration - Ans ️️ -Process of making a list of people working as technicians, done by state boards to keep track of pharmacy technicians, may not address educational and training background Certification - Ans ️️ -Process by which a nongovernmental organization recognizes an individual who meets predetermined qualifications specified by that organization, can be certified by taking national certification exam through PTCB or NHA, or by meeting state certification requirements