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Job Description


	Prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist. May measure, mix, count out, label, and record amounts and dosages of medications according to prescription orders.

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Job Requirements


	Experience: Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.

	Education: Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree. Some may require a bachelor's degree.

	Training: Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers.

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Significant Points


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Pharmacy Technicians and Aides

Job opportunities are expected to be good, especially for those with certification or previous work experience. Many technicians and aides work evenings, weekends, and holidays. About 75 percent of jobs were in a retail setting.
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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Pharmacy Technicians
Health and Personal Care Stores	186,010
General Medical and Surgical Hospitals	56,050
Other General Merchandise Stores	24,730
Grocery Stores	23,410
Department Stores	17,870
Federal Executive Branch (OES Designation)	5,730
Drugs and Druggists' Sundries Merchant Wholesalers	4,090
Electronic Shopping and Mail-Order Houses	3,750
Offices of Physicians	3,630
Outpatient Care Centers	2,920

Career Video

Title: "Pharmacy Technicians"

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