Drug Topics

JUNE 20, 2025

Pharmacy technicians face significant stress from high workloads, understaffing, and the pressure to meet both patient care and business goals. Technicians frequently interact with frustrated or unwell patients, which can result in emotionally taxing or unsafe situations.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Passing this exam is required to become a certified pharmacy technician, or CPhT, which not only allows you to perform more tasks at work but typically comes with a pay increase , too. Here’s how to study for the PTCE so you can pass with flying colors and become a CPhT.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

AUGUST 3, 2023

In order for these courses to be relatable, students have to have something or someone tangible to relate to,” says Shayla Smith, CPhT , a pharmacy technician in Austin, Texas. Why is more education better for pharmacy technicians—and patient care? They can also help screen patients for vaccines and provide immunizations.

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