LEADing the way to achieving career goalsThe Ontario Pharmacists Association (OPA) has introduced OPA LEAD, an initiative to help early-career pharmacy professionals achieve their career goals. ACP updates opioid agonist therapy guidelines for techs and pharmacistsAfter recording its deadliest year on record for opioid overdose deaths in 2020, the Alberta College of Pharmacy has updated its Medication-assisted treatment for opioid dependence guidelines, published in 2014. ACP releases guidelines for virtual care The Alberta College of Pharmacy has introduced its own guidelines for pharmacy technicians and pharmacists providing virtual care to patients. Techs, assistants have key role to play in medication safety Pharmacy technicians and assistants can provide an additional layer of safety. A glimpse into pandemic life for a PEI pharmacy tech B.C. techs authorized to administer COVID-19 vaccines With specific limits and mandatory training, BC joins other provinces in allowing techs to provide vaccines New certification options for U.S. pharmacy techs Techs can work towards three new advanced certifications, plus 10 specialty certificates. Help prevent methotrexate toxicity from unintentional dosing errors Accidental duplicate ingestions by patients and healthcare professional errors are the most common unintentional errors. U.S. study proposes role for techs as data analysts New role means techs responsible for developing and implementing non-formulary medication management New certification for US techs in Medication Therapy Management A new certification highlights the valuable role pharmacy technicians can play in improving patient safety and medication adherence. First Previous 37 38 39 40 41 Next Last
