Pharmacy Technician

Duties and Responsibilities:

Pharmacy Technicians work in pharmacies under the direction of a pharmacist. Their main responsibility is filling prescriptions according to doctors' orders for patients.  Technicians measure out correct amounts of medication from larger containers to prescription size containers. Pharmacy technicians work in pharmacies, hospitals, and clinics

 Average Salary:

$15,000-$25,000

Educational Requirements:

Students should take math, science, and typing courses in high school. A high school diploma is usually required to begin pharmacy technician training.