Pharmacy Techs

Question 1

What is the technician requirement for receiving call in prescriptions or call for refills?

Answer 1

Techs must be certified (PTCB & ExCPT)

Question 2

When must technicians register with the board?

Answer 2

Within 30 days of employment

Question 3

When do licenses for technicians expire?

Answer 3

On December 31st annually. If not renewed within 60 f days after December 31st, consider lapsed.

Question 4

What are the two requirements for uncertified techs?

Answer 4

Must complete a training program within 180 days (think Rite Aid) & must have a high school diploma (or enrolled in a program which awards one)

Question 5

What is the pharmacist to tech ratio in NC?

Answer 5

1:2

Question 6

Can you request a higher amount of techs more than the ratio?

Answer 6

Yes you can petition the board for more but the additional techs must be certified

Question 7

If you’re a tech at a free clinic are you required to pay the board registration fee?

Answer 7

Nope