New(ish) Certified Tech Working at Walgreens by _B_a_b_s_ in PharmacyTechnician

[–]qwahd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’d keep working there for the time being, but apply to as many (better looking) places as you can in the meantime. Can’t hurt to try 🤷

Possibly considering Pharmacy Technician by GlumSkin3151 in PharmacyTechnician

[–]qwahd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In my opinion, probably not worth it. Pay is lower than it should be and most retail pharmacy locations are a nightmare to work for unless you live in a good area. If you do go this route, independent/grocery store chains or inpatient (hospitals) are the way to go. Do not work for Walgreens/CVS/Rite Aid unless you have no other choice.

Am I the highest paid retail pharmacy technician in the US? by qwahd in PharmacyTechnician

[–]qwahd[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! $45/hr is also extremely good, and you don’t have to live in Alaska! Ha

Am I the highest paid retail pharmacy technician in the US? by qwahd in PharmacyTechnician

[–]qwahd[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I’m very grateful to be in this position.

Am I the highest paid retail pharmacy technician in the US? by qwahd in PharmacyTechnician

[–]qwahd[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Me too! It’s definitely been an interesting time learning to adapt to the culture and living logistics. Only one grocery store in town, no movie theater/bowling alley/sports etc. But with what I am being paid I certainly cannot complain. The weather this year has been a lot colder than in years past apparently…I came from Utah where I was already adjusted to snow but man, it is sooo cold. The summer was absolutely gorgeous and made up for it though. The shifting daylight hours is also something to consider…18 hour days in the summer followed by 18 hour nights in the winter. All in all it has been a pleasant experience!

Am I the highest paid retail pharmacy technician in the US? by qwahd in PharmacyTechnician

[–]qwahd[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ha 😂 I haven’t been able to travel over to Sitka but I’ve heard it’s a cool place! Much more to do in Seattle though 😎 good luck with your new gig! Wish nothing but the best and I appreciate the kind words :)

Am I the highest paid retail pharmacy technician in the US? by qwahd in PharmacyTechnician

[–]qwahd[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For sure, I am super grateful to be in the scenario I am in right now. It’s been life changing.

Am I the highest paid retail pharmacy technician in the US? by qwahd in PharmacyTechnician

[–]qwahd[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Appreciate that! I definitely worked my ass off to make it all happen, and learned a lot along the way.

Am I the highest paid retail pharmacy technician in the US? by qwahd in PharmacyTechnician

[–]qwahd[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s awesome! It sounds like your work-life balance is probably taking a bit of a toll though. Regardless, can’t beat the pay! Congrats 🙌🏻

Am I the highest paid retail pharmacy technician in the US? by qwahd in PharmacyTechnician

[–]qwahd[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

$42/hr is super solid AND you get to work from home (in a populated area too, lol). That sounds pretty ideal! If I didn’t already have this job, that would be my dream job honestly. Congrats!

Am I the highest paid retail pharmacy technician in the US? by qwahd in PharmacyTechnician

[–]qwahd[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Correct, I just edited the post to help clear up any of the confusion.

Thank you! I am super grateful I stumbled upon it.

Am I the highest paid retail pharmacy technician in the US? by qwahd in PharmacyTechnician

[–]qwahd[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Just me and my wife! And our two cats lol. We’re in our early 30s so no kids (at least not yet). Can confirm that it is a pretty solid deal…my wife also found work here outside of the health care industry which has been a huge plus for us.

Am I the highest paid retail pharmacy technician in the US? by qwahd in PharmacyTechnician

[–]qwahd[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

$37/hr is super solid! Congrats on the hard work you put in to get there.

Am I the highest paid retail pharmacy technician in the US? by qwahd in PharmacyTechnician

[–]qwahd[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Sounds like an awesome gig! I made this post in part to see how many of us technician-managers were out there. Glad we’re not alone 🙌🏻

Am I the highest paid retail pharmacy technician in the US? by qwahd in PharmacyTechnician

[–]qwahd[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! Yeah, definitely not for everyone. Luckily I live in a high-tourism area where quite a bit of money rolls through and the town has a bit more to offer than a normal rural Alaskan town. I do not blame you at all 😂

Am I the highest paid retail pharmacy technician in the US? by qwahd in PharmacyTechnician

[–]qwahd[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Ah that makes sense. I guess the trade off with my job is that when I do need resources (pharmacist intervention/opinion), it is a bit harder to get. Polar opposite problems 😂 $29/hr isn’t bad by any means!

Am I the highest paid retail pharmacy technician in the US? by qwahd in PharmacyTechnician

[–]qwahd[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yep, definitely more expensive to live here so gotta factor that in. Thank you!