Is it legal for pharmacy clerks to count pills and stock vials?

[RPcLA]

Is it legal for pharmacy clerks to count pills and stock vials?

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[Project2015]

It depends on the state. Some have regulations that mandate anyone handling drugs be licensed with the state's Board of Pharmacy.

 

[RPcLA]

How about in California?

 

[ShadowRX]

How about in California?

I would advise you to look up the California State Board of Pharmacy's website and find out.

You took the time to come here. I think you have the time to find the answer in a more proper setting.

 

[88888888]

How about in California?

let me know when u find out

 

[Trankuil]

I would assume that you would have to be a liscenced technician, otherwise whats the point of licensing to be a tech if ANYONE can count and fill. But this is only my assumption.

 

[RPcLA]

I called a pharmacist.




It's illegal.






Only technicians and pharmacist are allowed to count pills and fill vials.





Just wanted to make sure.

 

[milkchocolate]

well i would assume at least for narcotics its legal. otherwise you'd have techs filling those, which isnt the best idea.

and i'm sure if the pharmacy is short-staffed then of course pharmacists have to intervene to help out.

 

[crazybob]

well i would assume at least for narcotics its legal. otherwise you'd have techs filling those, which isnt the best idea.

You mean illegal

 

[rph3664]

In Illinois, technicians do not have to be certified, but they must be registered by the state. A technician is defined as any non-pharmacist employee who works in a pharmacy, whether they are an actual technician, secretary, purchasing clerk, etc.

 

[genesis09]

In Illinois, technicians do not have to be certified, but they must be registered by the state. A technician is defined as any non-pharmacist employee who works in a pharmacy, whether they are an actual technician, secretary, purchasing clerk, etc.

Actually, the law is changing in IL to require techs to become certified after working two years.