The Pharmacy - Staffing Requirements

Question 1

RPh-Tech Ratio? Different By Setting?

Answer 1

Technician Product Verification (TPV):
* 3:1 (Tech-RPh Ratio)

Question 2

RPh-Intern Ratio? Different By Setting?

Answer 2

Max 2 Interns Max Concurrently

Question 3

RPh-Staff (Clerk/Delivery Driver/Cashier) Ratio? Different By Setting?

Answer 3

Not Specified.

*Note: Beginning July 1, 2021 - All employees must be registered as pharmacy staff with the board if they have direct access to drugs or patient information.

Question 4

What is Technology-Assisted Technician Product Verification?

Answer 4

Goal: Redistribute Hours so Pharmacist Can Focus on Clinical Services, Patient Care, & Improving Outcomes:
* Allows CPhT to provide technology-assisted TPV. Typically restricted to refills only.
* RPh still responsible for accuracy of data entry, DUR’s, counseling, & rational drug therapy.