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Pharmacy Aides

Median Salary
36,200
Job Outlook
N/A

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Record drugs delivered to the pharmacy, store incoming merchandise, and inform the supervisor of stock needs. May operate cash register and accept prescriptions for filling.

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

82%

Private not for profit

11%

State and local government

4%

Self-employed

3%

Federal Government

0%

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$24,500

10%

$36,200

Median

$53,400

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • High school

    61%

  • Post-secondary certificate

    18%

  • Less than high school

    15%

  • Some college

    5%

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    Mid

  • Leadership

    Low

  • Math and Science Skills

    Mid

  • Technology Design and Control

    Low

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Mid

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Law and Government
  • Administrative
  • Computers and Electronics
  • English Language

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Repetitiveness

    High

  • Physical Activity

    High

  • Responsibility

    Mid

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Low

  • Time Pressure

    Low

  • Decision Making

    Low

  • Level Of Competition

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

Enterprising

You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

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