Hey everyone.
I have practiced as a retail pharmacist for 6 years, and I can honestly say that I feel less inspired every day. Sure, the money is great. But from the low staffing levels to insane metrics, from techs with attitude to unrealistic corporate expectations, from working nights and weekends to having to “take off” work just for the holidays, I am really sick of the retail BS. The problem is....I do not have any experience as a pharmacist in any other practice setting. Most jobs nowadays require residency training.
I'm at that point of my life where I don't want to work nights and weekends anymore, too.
I was thinking about scrambling for a residency this year, though I don't think my chances are high. If I were lucky enough to get one, it would most likely be in a weak program in the middle of nowhere, (which is no problem if it is only for 1 year and leads to many more job prospects). Any suggestions on how I should transition out of retail pharmacy? Is residency the way to go? If yes, should I scramble for one this year or wait until next year (while also increasing my qualifications in the meantime)? Any input would be greatly appreciated.!
I have practiced as a retail pharmacist for 6 years, and I can honestly say that I feel less inspired every day. Sure, the money is great. But from the low staffing levels to insane metrics, from techs with attitude to unrealistic corporate expectations, from working nights and weekends to having to “take off” work just for the holidays, I am really sick of the retail BS. The problem is....I do not have any experience as a pharmacist in any other practice setting. Most jobs nowadays require residency training.
I'm at that point of my life where I don't want to work nights and weekends anymore, too.
I was thinking about scrambling for a residency this year, though I don't think my chances are high. If I were lucky enough to get one, it would most likely be in a weak program in the middle of nowhere, (which is no problem if it is only for 1 year and leads to many more job prospects). Any suggestions on how I should transition out of retail pharmacy? Is residency the way to go? If yes, should I scramble for one this year or wait until next year (while also increasing my qualifications in the meantime)? Any input would be greatly appreciated.!