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ALLIED HEALTH
Pharmacy Technician
Support pharmacists by managing medication preparation, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining accurate inventory in a pharmacy setting.
28 000 – 60 000 USD ($)
Average salary / year
Postsecondary non-degree award
Education level
00
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Moderate
Employability
6-12 months
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Rare
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Moderate
Employability
6-12 months
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Rare
Compensation
GROSS ANNUAL SALARY
Junior
0–2 years of experience
28 000 – 35 000 USD/ year
Mid-level
3–5 years of experience
35 000 – 45 000 USD/ year
Senior
5+ years of experience
45 000 – 60 000 USD/ year
Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.
Entering the profession — United States
Access to this career typically requires a high school diploma followed by specialized training and certification.
Training — United States
Pharmacy technicians generally complete a certificate or diploma program lasting several months, focusing on medication dispensing, pharmacy law, and safety protocols.
The job market — United States
The job market is stable with moderate demand, especially in retail and healthcare settings, though some tasks may be impacted by automation.
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