A Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Assistant works closely with and often under the supervision of Pharmacists. Pharmacy Technicians compound, organize and package supplies related to pharmaceuticals. Typically, these professionals work in pharmacies but they can also work in hospital settings.
So if you are a Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Assistant and you have a job interview coming up, then you should read this post. Review these Pharmacy Technician job interview questions below and consider how you would answer them prior to your next job interview.
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Pharmacy Technician, Pharmacy Assistant Job Interview Questions
Tell me about yourself.
What made you interested in the Pharmacy industry? Where do you see yourself in 3 to 5 years?
As a Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Assistant, you will work closely with the Pharmacist. Tell me about a time when you had to work with a Pharmacist that you did not get along with.
What do you look for in a manager as a Pharmacy Assistant?
Our pharmacy is a very fast paced environment which at times can be stressful. What has been the most stressful situation in your career so far as a Pharmacy Technician?
Our pharmacy serves members from all kinds of different backgrounds. How have you prepared yourself to better serve our diverse client base or community?
Attention to detail is very important whether updating patient records or dispensing drugs. How do you ensure all the details are looked after and no oversights made as a Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Assistant?
As a Pharmacy Technician, you will need to be able to respond quickly but calmly to emergencies e.g. when responding to medical emergencies with a crash cart. Describe the most memorable medical emergency you had to respond to. How did you handle this?
Do you hold a current CPR Certification?
Tell me more about the licenses, certification, degree or diplomas you hold related to being Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Assistant.
What have you done since in the last year to develop yourself as a Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Assistant?
