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68Q Pharmacy Specialist

Submitted by rakesh.shrestha on Mon, 07/22/2019 - 15:51

OVERVIEW
The pharmacy specialist is primarily responsible for preparing and dispensing prescribed drugs and medicines, while also maintaining pharmacy supplies and records.

JOB DUTIES

  • Prepare, control and issue pharmaceutical products
  • Evaluate orders to verify dosage, dosage regimen and quantity to be dispensed
  • Provide instructions to patients regarding medication consumption and side effects
  • Perform quality control checks on medications


TRAINING
Job training for an pharmacy specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 22 weeks of Advanced Individual Training, including practice in pharmaceutical tasks.

Advanced Individual Training: 22 weeks at Fort Sam Houston, TX

Some of the skills you'll learn are:

  • Pharmacy laws and regulations
  • Drug types and uses
  • Mixing and dispensing drugs


HELPFUL SKILLS

  • Interest in mathematics, chemistry, biology, physiology and anatomy
  • Experience with precise measurements and standards
  • Ability to follow strict procedures and directions


REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Skilled Technical (ST): 95

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a future as a pharmacy helper at pharmacies, drug stores, hospitals or clinics.

With additional study and the completion of a written exam, you may qualify for certification as a pharmacy technician.


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68Q
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PHARMACY SPECIALIST

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68Q Pharmacy Specialist. Dispense prescribed drugs and medicines, while also maintaining pharmacy supplies and records.
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