Pharmacy Technicians

Although only four provinces currently permit pharmacy technicians to administer COVID-19 vaccines, it is likely just a matter of time before other jurisdictions follow suit, given the benefits for pharmacists, technicians and, ultimately, patients.

56% of Canadians say they will definitely/probably get the flu shot this year, compared with 47% last year

In our ongoing 'How to' video series, here is the first in a two-part series on maximizing the role of RPhTs in order to provide pharmacy services more efficiently and effectively

Regulatory approval fast-tracked in bid to increase pharmacy capacity as flu immunization season coincides with COVID-19 boosters and kids' vaccines.

Facebook group connects pharmacy technicians across the province

The Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists voted to approve amendments to its bylaw to make registered pharmacy technicians full voting members, with all associated rights and benefits.

The amendments were requested by the Ontario government, which is seeking ways to ease the burden upon the healthcare workforce as part of the provincial re-opening strategy announced on October 25.

U.S. pharmacy technicians can now earn a credential for administering POCTs for COVID-19 and other diagnostic tests