Pharmacy technicians work in pharmacies and are responsible for counting pills, labeling and filling prescriptions. They generally work under a pharmacist's direction. Pharmacy technician duties can vary from clerical tasks, such as filing, to actually mixing, measuring, counting and weighing medications for customers. In addition to drugstores, pharmacy technicians sometimes work in hospitals, nursing homes and other healthcare facilities.
Certified pharmacy technician training is recommended when entering the field. Fewer and fewer employers have the resources to provide on-the-job training for pharmacy technicians. There are many schools that offer pharmacy technician programs. Some even offer pharmacy training online. Pharmacy technicians generally earn anywhere from $11 an hour to upwards of $17 an hour. That is if they have graduated from a pharmacy degree program and have some experience.
