As of June 1st, 2012, the state of Florida features nearly 3,800 local pharmacies employing about 21,760 pharmacists' assistants. Approximately three quarters of them are Board certified pharmacy technicians, regularly assisting the pharmacist in the processing, handling and issuance of federally controlled substances. The rest are limited primarily to clerical tasks, inventory and customer service. Since pharmacy technicians are granted access to various prescription medications, certain state-ordered guidelines and federal regulations may apply. Like most states, Florida has its own u
The state of California features more than five thousand pharmacies, which currently employ a total of about 28,670 pharmaceutical technicians. Of these, approximately three quarters are licensed by the California State Board of Pharmacy. The rest are pharmacists' assistants whose permissible on-the-job tasks are primarily limited to administrative duties and customer service.
California State Regulations for Pharmacy Technicians
The state of Arizona features nearly a thousand hospital and retail drug dispensaries employing roughly 6,710 licensed pharmacy technicians. Pharmacy technicians assist pharmacists with the preparation and processing of prescription drugs and other legally controlled substances. The pharmacy technician's job responsibilities may include counting pills, labeling containers, checking labels for compliance and performing various administrative tasks such as database management and patient record updates. Pharmacy technicians come in contact with controlled substances on a daily basis, so va
According to the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) 2012 Survey of Pharmacy Law, more than 80 percent of states license, register, or certify pharmacy technicians. While the remaining states do not have any special requirements for technicians, most employers do. Most employers require licensing, registration, and/or certification for the same reasons most jurisdictions do—to ensure the safety of the patient and minimize liability on the part of the establishment.
The State of Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL) has several requirements for pharmacy technicians wishing to operate in the state. Aspiring pharmacy tecnicians must meet specific certification, education, training, and licensure requirements prior to becoming employed as a pharmay technician.
In the state of Nevada, all pharmacy technicians must register with the Nevada State Board of Pharmacy. In order to register in the State of Nevada, one of several specific education, training, or previous registration requirements must be met. The Board offers the following information for future pharmacy technicians:
While there are no formal education requirements to become a pharmacy technician in the state of Mississippi, most employers prefer candidates with a certificate or degree from an accredited college, plus training in the field. Most accredited training programs offer internships or apprenticeships, which can help you fulfill the “experience” requirement employers seek.
Before 2003, pharmacy technicians were not required to register with the Kansas Board of Pharmacy. Today, aspiring pharmacy technicians cannot operate in the state without a registration card. To register, you must fill out an application and take an exam. You must pass the exam with a minimum score of 75 percent. To request a technician application, you must call the Board at 785-296-4056 or request an application packet via email at http://www.kansas.gov/pharmacy/Applications.htm.
Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy requires registration/permit in order to work as a pharmacy technician in the state. The Board offers the following registration information:
All pharmacy technicians must be registered with the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy pursuant to KRS 315.135. Their registration certificate should be on display at their primary place of employment and their pocket card should be in their possession while working.
A number of changes have taken place in the state of Oregon since 2005. Before this time, pharmacy technicians were required to register with the State of Oregon Board of Pharmacy. Today, they must obtain a license. The Board offers the following detailed information for aspiring pharmacy technicians.
To become a pharmacy technician in the state of Oklahoma, several requirements must be met. Aspiring technicians must complete a pharmacy technician training program, on the job training, and they must obtain a pharmacy technician permit. The Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy offers the following guidelines for all future pharmacy technicians:
Connecticut-based pharmacy technicians must meet several requirements to practice in the state. They must register with the State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection Commission of Pharmacy, and complete on-the-job training.
The Iowa Board of Pharmacy has specific requirements for pharmacy technicians and pharmacy tech trainees. The Board offers the following information for individual’s interested in practicing in the state of Iowa:
