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  1. Kevin.Mero

    New mobile health program offers pharmacy access through a kiosk

    A mobile health program developed by MedAvail and being tested in Arizona will use kiosks to connect consumers to pharmacy services, including video access to a pharmacist. Six kiosks called MedCenters have been deployed in such public locations as pharmacies and clinics in Phoenix and Tucson...
  2. P

    Michigan Pharmacist Licensing- Boards Eligibility Timeline

    Does anybody know how long it usually takes for the MI state board to process your pharmacist application and verify your eligibility to sit for the boards? I submitted my application a long time ago, yet it still says "eligibility requested" on the NABP website. According to the MI health...
  3. RapidAgain

    Recently rejected from pharmacy school. plan to send email to rejects for guidance to better chances

    what would be a very good title for an email directed for someone who works in the admissions of the school you were rejected by, to see what ways you can improve your chances of getting in and become more competitive? I want to hear directly from the schools I have been rejected by, what tips...
  4. Kevin.Mero

    Are There Too Many Pharmacists? What do you think??

    Are There Too Many Pharmacists? What do you think?? Are There Too Many Pharmacists? | Drug Topics
  5. Kevin.Mero

    Head of the class: Top pharmacy schools

    "Whether they work for community drug stores, supermarkets or big-box stores, managers have one thing in common: Hiring the right pharmacist is one of the biggest decisions they will ever have to make." Head of the class: Top pharmacy schools - Drug Store News
  6. Q

    Is it necessary to be very smart to become a Pharmacy Professor

    Okay so this is my first time posting here. I just graduated last week and I'm currently attending Pharmacy board review. Until now, I don't really know what`s my future career path since Pharmacy is not really my choice but my parent`s choice. But I`m now inspired and wanting to become a...
  7. P

    Virginia MPJE Material

    Does anyone have suggestions for studying for Virginia MPJE? I have never practiced in the state but have accepted a job there following graduation in May. I saw a lot of positive reviews about the Long/Lipton book - have the laws changed much since this was published? How else should I study...
  8. Kevin.Mero

    Just in case anyone is wondering if or when Pharmacist pay is going to drop plz see the following!

    State of SC job -- Pharmacist I (State Salary Range: $59,161.00 - $109,457.00 annually) https://bit.ly/2J1oWSC
  9. J

    Pharmacy questions.

    Hello all, I am currently a college freshman and have had interests in becoming a pharmacist for the past two years now. Currently I have shadowed clinical pharmacists and a few retail pharmacists. The job seems so interesting. I now have a few questions 1. Will pharmacy be still too...
  10. N

    Current job market in Alabama and Missouri?

    Does anyone happen to know how tough it is to find a pharmacist job in these two states?
  11. Kevin.Mero

    ASHP Launches Pharmacy Technician Forum

    New Group Seeks to Elevate and Advance Pharmacy Technician Workforce https://www.ashp.org/technicians
  12. J

    Pharmacy schools

    Getting ready to start applying and I’m looking for some insight on pharmacy schools trying to find a smaller school that’s within 4-5 hours of Maryland
  13. P

    need help for the school decisions

    Hi folks, I have four pharmacy schools to decide and I would appreciate all your thoughts and inputs. MCPHS at Worcester, Northeastern U, Temple U and Jefferson. The location, cost and residency are what I considered, and I will have to take loan. Also, does anyone know how much of the...
  14. W

    What if I don't get into pharmacy school/fail pharmacy school?

    I'm from Alabama and the only 2 pharmacy schools in my state are Auburn and Samford. I'm currently a Senior, graduating class of 2018. I haven't decided what I wanted to be/do. I already got accepted into college and got some scholarships. I'm a very nervous/anxious person. I always doubt...
  15. WingateadvisorPharmD

    Wingate University Hendersonville Pharmacy Program

    We are having our Spring Open House on March 16th at 5:00pm. You are welcome to join us! If you have any questions about our Pharmacy program, pre-reqs and or PCAT please leave your question and I will be happy to answer it for you. I am the Regional Director for the Hendersonville campus...
  16. B

    Landing back on my feet...

    I was let go from a retail chain at the beginning of the month for not following company policy of writing a report for a misfill (i left a note on the floater pharmacist sheet but DM said pharmacy manager didn't find a note and Dm let me go) when I was always instructed to make a note on my...
  17. Stevenn

    San Diego area pay

    Hey fellow pharmacists! I’m a pharmacist who currently work in retail (chain) in Metro Atlanta area. I’m planning to move to San Diego area within the next year and was wondering about the pay. My current salary is $60.5/hour for staff position and I know the pay would be different based on the...
  18. J

    Passed 2018 Naplex (Free Resources)

    Hi guys, I just wanted to share my experience with the NAPLEX in 2018. I passed using only free resources. Here are my thoughts. Overall impressions of the exam, very comprehensive. You literally have to have a very broad knowledge base. When it comes to specific topics, nothing stood out...
  19. studentpharmacist1995

    CVS Pharmacist Job Offer 2018

    Hello current/future Rphs! I am a P4. I have gotten a grad intern offer with CVS at a district 90 miles away from my hometown in South Florida. I accepted it as there seems to be no jobs any where. For those who work for CVS, what is the process if I would like to be near my hometown? Should I...
  20. R

    Western University of Health Sciences Pharmacy Program

    Hello, I recently got an acceptance letter for the PharmD program from Western University in Pomona. Are there any current students or alumni that can give me the pros and cons of attending this university? I live in NorCal and would like to know how the student life is before making a big...
  21. TheOnlinePharmacist

    Pharmacy tech in pharmacy school!

    Hey guys, so I worked as a pharmacy technician for 8 months with a Salary of $10.50 per hour, and I remember at the time, the store manager (Walgreens) mentioned that upon ententering pharmacy school the salary will increase to around $15-20 an hour, and then upon completing my p2 (or p3? I...
  22. P

    Pharmacist in Pharmaceutical Sales

    I am interested in a career in pharmaceutical sales. While I know that you do not have to be a pharmacist for this career path, I am wondering if maybe there is a niche for pharmacists to go into pharmaceutical sales? I obviously don't want to start out with only $50k/year when I can make much...
  23. J

    Job market on the east coast

    I keep seeing how saturation is bad in California and other places on the west coast but how is the market and how are the pharmacy schools on the east coast?
  24. J

    Armed forces pharmacy

    Preparing for pharmacy school and considering a career as a armed forces pharmacist. Does anyone have any info on pharmacist life and duties in any of the armed forces. Also any opinions of it is a good option to consider instead of hospital or retail.
  25. K

    Billing Part D for flu shot

    Hi all! Quick question anyone work at a location that does not do part B billing? The pharmacy I am at does not bill part B and because of this the PIC is convinced we can't bill part D for flu shots... This makes no sense to me. We don't bill part B for test strips so why are flu shots any...
  26. K

    Student Athlete with pharmacy/other work experience

    I know schools look at volunteer hours as part of the application process. I was a Division I athlete and worked part time as a RA (resident assistant) for 3 out of 4 years. I majored in Bio and minored in Spanish. My schedule didn't leave much room for volunteer time... do you think lack of...
  27. R

    Questions on the journey to Pharm.D from GED/HSE

    (Skip down to the questions if you don’t want to read about me it’s a bit long.) Hi, i was wondering what i should do with a HSE/GED. I’ve been lost for the past few years not knowing what to do with my life. I was an addict with multiple types drugs, i have self quit to show my peers that it’s...
  28. M

    Jobs for Pharmacists in Public Health??

    Hi everyone.... I’m currently pursuing my PharmD and am, as always, considering what I am actually going to do with it. I know right now I am going to get my MPH (Masters of Public Health) dual degree. So now I’m left wondering... what all can a pharmacist do in the public health sector? I’m not...
  29. SterlingMaloryArcher

    Does good customer service not apply to (Walmart) pharmacies?

    I went to the Walmart pharmacy today and for some odd reason, my insurance only covers name brand, which they were out of stock but will be there Thursday. So I could wait 4 days, or pay $200 out of pocket for the generic. I'm usually not one to complain or live by "the customer is always...
  30. B

    New grad in retail, seeking to transition to a more clinical role. Help!

    Just wondering if there are any clinical/hospital pharmacists that didn't get a residency right out of school yet still found their way into a hospital. Did you try for a residency again the next year? Also; are there any good sites to download clinical pharmacy ebooks? I'm trying to retain my...
  31. P

    when to apply

    I am a P4 student on my APPErotations for pharmacy school in Pennsylvania. I graduate in May and plan on applying for hospital/nonresidency jobs in North Carolina. How early can I start applying for jobs?
  32. C

    My NAPLEX experience w/ RX Prep *Guide to triple digits*

    First off, I'd like to thank those on the forum who provided their test experiences to help me through this difficult time of my life. To return the favor, I'll post my experience to maybe help someone out there reading. So my test was August 6 and I didn't start study until a couple of days...
  33. T

    1 Question for Walgreens Techs and Pharmacists

    Hi all, I am a pharmacy intern working at Walmart pharmacy. I have trouble sometimes listening over and over again the voice mail for Rx but I still cant get it because the Dr talks so fast. I am so worried about making mistake every time I listen to the voicemail. I have a friend told me that...
  34. P

    New Walgreens Floater Tips

    I recently graduated pharmacy school and accepted a floating position with Walgreens. The job market is really bad where I live (and I assume everywhere else) which made me feel I had no choice but to accept the job. I only had 3 days of training after getting licensed and tomorrow is my first...
  35. M

    ???Marriage and Pregnancy in Pharmacy school...

    Hello... My fiancé and I will both be starting pharmacy school this fall. We are planning to get married the summer of 2019 (we already live together). And after, of course, planning to start a family. When we get married, we will both be entering our PY3. I know 2 years isn't that long to wait...
  36. FutureFarmacist26

    Rite Aid or Vons pharmacy?

    I just graduated pharmacy school and have an offer from rite aid and from Vons as a floater. I've worked at rite aid for 4 years so I know their system pretty well and they pay more than Vons, but any pharmacist I've talked to is happier working for Vons. Any advice on which company to go with...
  37. I

    pharmacy school chances, any opinions would help

    Hi guys, I am currently a rising junior at Centre College in KY (#1 college in KY and #40 liberal arts college in the nation), and am really interested in pursuing a career in clinical pharmacy. My stats are as follows: major/minor: French, Biology languages: English,Spanish, proficient French...
  38. P

    GA Wet Lab Errors and Omissions

    Hello, I had a question regarding the GA Wet Lab Errors and Omissions. I am having a hard time differentiating between option C (problem with label) and option E (inappropriate substitution). For example, if an MD wrote for hydroxyzine pamoate, but the pharmacist/technician accidentally choose...
  39. H

    Medical vs Dental vs Pharmacy Schools

    So I'm about to become a Senior this Fall and had the intention of becoming a Pharmacist. Until I got a job at walgreens as a Pharm tech I realized that Pharmacists in the retail environment have it boring and aren't much different than techs besides the obvious of having the knowledge of each...
  40. S

    Which one new grad Cvs or Wags

    Sooo is cvs really that bad? I was just given an offer that I have yet to officially accept (they gave me 14 days). The reason I haven't accepted it is bc I was waiting to hear back from Wags but they want be able to get back to me until next week (DM is on vacation) which puts me at Day 15+...
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