Pharmacy Technicians
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.
Education & Training
Percentage of workers at each education and training level
Education Level
Prior Experience Needed
Work experience required to enter this job
Training Provided After Hiring
How long it typically takes to learn on the job
How AI Impacts Each Task
21 tasks analyzed
Receive written prescription or refill requests and verify that information is complete and accurate.
Prepack bulk medicines, fill bottles with prescribed medications, and type and affix labels.
Answer telephones, responding to questions or requests.
Prepare and process medical insurance claim forms and records.
Maintain proper storage and security conditions for drugs.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Receive written prescription or refill requests and verify that information is complete and accurate. | - | - | - |
| Prepack bulk medicines, fill bottles with prescribed medications, and type and affix labels. | - | - | - |
| Answer telephones, responding to questions or requests. | - | - | - |
| Prepare and process medical insurance claim forms and records. | - | - | - |
| Maintain proper storage and security conditions for drugs. | - | - | - |
Essential Soft Skills
Traits that are hard for AI to replicate
Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$43,460
per year
Mean Wage
$44,800
per year
Employment
488K
workers
Wage Range
$35,100 - $59,450
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
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