Techs play vital role in minor ailment prescribingWith pharmacists in Ontario authorized to prescribe for minor ailments as of January 1, 2023, Ontario techs will be called upon to perform associated tasks. Speaking up to prevent workplace injuriesPharmacy technician Judy Turner knows first-hand how crucial it is to educate yourself and your employer about workplace injuries that impact health. Holiday diversity Sarah-Lynn Dunlops encourages techs to stay curious about the diverse population of patients. Tech thrives in compounding career Tech joins CCCEP board “I look forward to bringing my background and experience to the table, as well as learning from the other professionals that are part of this board.” Highlighting the benefits of pharmacy technician preceptors Students are being taught and mentored by those who are working in the profession to which they aspire. Tech Talk for technicians - November 2022 A table of contents for the November 2022 Tech Talk newsletter, written specifically for pharmacy technicians. Compounded products must be limited in quantity All pharmacists and pharmacy technicians must adhere to Health Canada’s Policy on Manufacturing and Compounding Drug Products in Canada. OCP provides practice tool to promote safe opioid dispensing Pharmacy technicians and pharmacists have an important role to play in safe opioid dispensing and appropriate access to controlled substances. National snapshot: Top 10 medications causing harm Number 1 on the list sees a significant number of errors that involve giving the drug to the wrong patient. First Previous 24 25 26 27 28 Next Last