The healthcare industry is experiencing rapid growth, with pharmacy technicians being one of the careers seeing the most demand. At The Praxis Institute, we offer a pharmacy technician program for residents of Miami, Florida. Here, our experienced staff discusses what a pharmacy tech is, the growing need for qualified individuals, and our professional program.
What Is a Pharmacy Tech?
A pharmacy tech works with pharmacists in healthcare settings, such as pharmacies and hospitals, to help dispense medication to healthcare professionals and customers. They may also work in military facilities, veterinary offices, surgery centers, nursing homes, and prisons.
Some of your daily duties may include:
- Measuring out medications
- Checking inventory
- Notifying pharmacists if medication is running low
- Repacking bulk medications
- Answering customer questions
- Entering and updating patient information
- And more
As a pharmacy tech, you’ll need several skills, both tangible and intangible. A pharmacy tech training program equips you with the knowledge and competencies you need to succeed in this career path. Some key proficiencies include:
Customer Service
Customer service combines people skills with business acumen. As a pharmacy tech, you’ll need to answer phones, multitask, listen to customers and pharmacy staff, and keep track of customer data and information. You’ll also need to interact respectfully with customers in person and over the phone.
Math Skills and Attention to Detail
You don’t have to be an expert mathematician to be a successful pharmacy tech. However, you do have to have some basic math skills. You’ll need to be able to count pills so that customers receive the right number. Paying attention to details is also important so that you can make sure the customer information is correct and that they’re receiving the right medication.
Professional Pharmacy Tech Training in Miami and Hialeah
At The Praxis Institute, our professional pharmacy technician training program is designed to help students in Miami and Hialeah receive a quality education that fits their schedule. Our fully accredited institute is a member of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) and the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and our experienced staff have years in the education and healthcare field.
There are other benefits to choosing our conveniently located institute, including:
Small Class Sizes
We want our students to succeed, which is why our class sizes are small. With fewer people per class, students can have more one-on-one time with their instructors, which allows room for them to ask questions in class. On average, our class size for the Pharmacy Tech program is 20 students.
Flexible Schedule
Life is busy, and we understand that. We offer flexible scheduling with classes taught between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. so that our students can balance their personal and family obligations with their education. If our students want to further their schooling and stay up to date with their training and certifications, we also offer various continuing education options.
Financial Aid
As an accredited institute, we encourage all our students to apply for financial aid. We partner with you to help you bridge the gap between what you can afford and the cost of our program. Our team will help you find out if you qualify for subsidized and unsubsidized private and government loans and apply.
Career Support
When you choose The Praxis Institute’s pharmacy technician program, you’ll receive access to our career services department. This team offers resume support, practice interviews, and career counseling. Additionally, you become part of our network of alumni and professional contacts.
Enroll at The Praxis Institute
Seize the benefits of the growing pharmacy technician field – apply today for the diploma program at The Praxis Institute in Miami and Hialeah, FL. Contact us today to learn more.
