Pharmacists January 2004

Pharmacy The Art of preparing and dispensing drugs. A place where drugs are sold; a drugstore.

History of Career Expected Duties and Physical Demands Training and Education Personal Qualities Skill Measurement Code of Ethics

Earnings/Benefits Future outlook Bibliography

Dates back to medieval times with priests Origin of the word “pharmacy” come from the Greek As much as 80,000 years ago people of Paleolithic period were interested in flora.

It is hard to say when it started exactly –It existed in a rudimentary form long before the word existed. Combining different agents(compounding) was considered an art form by priests and doctors. First known chemical process was carried out by the artisans of Mesopotamia, Egypt, and China. Theories often involved magic, but developed mathematical, astronomical, and cosmological ideas.

The first culture to consider ideas scientifically was the Greeks. –Made logical speculations rather than relying on myth. Pharmacy began to develop as a profession separate from medicine in the 18 th century. –1821 the first school of pharmacy was established.

Industrial Revolution –Rapid change from hand methods to machine methods of production that characterized industrial revolution. Large scale drug manufacturing was big in society;many machines and patents

Declining art of Apothecary: –Industrial Revolution had an impact of every aspect of pharmacy. 1 st lead to creation of new drugs. –Drugs many pharmacists couldn’t produce 2 nd many drugs could be produced more economically & with better quality. 3 rd the industry assumed responsibilities for the quality of medication instead of individuals.

The Community Pharmacy –19 th century didn’t see the end of compounding. Its estimated the 80% of prescriptions dispensed in 1920’s were still compounded. –They used chemicals purchased to make own prescriptions. –Called to provide first aid and medicines for common aliments Ex: Burns, frostbite, poisoning etc.

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Now they need to know things like shelf life and effect of exposure to light, –Judging reliability and reputation of manufacturers. Compounding today is on the rise –People are realizing the benefits –Pharmacists are going back to it just for the love science and interests.

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The Work –Prepare and dispense drugs prescribed by doctors. –Advise doctors, patients, and other health care professionals on proper dosage and possible side effects. They must know what’s in the drug, how it works, and how it affects people.

Purchase medical supplies Answer customer questions Go with doctors and hospital staff on rounds Advise patients on medical equipment and over-the- counter medication HELP PATIENTS GET WELL

May work in a hospital, clinic, or drug store Constantly learning and studying about properties & side effects of new drugs. Communicate with doctors & patients Most work a standard work week

Best job opportunities go to people with best grades –Lower grades will get you a job, however, maybe part time Companies want people who graduate at the top of the class. Fierce competition

Education Bachelor’s degree is being phased out –Instead schools offer a doctor of pharmacy (PharmD). Bachelor’s degrees will not be awarded after 2005

Education - Classes College Prep –English –Math –Science –Good written and verbal communication skills

Education- Classes College requirements –2 years of pre-pharmacy courses –4 years of professional programs leading to PharmD. Courses include Biology, Chemistry, Calculus, English, Speech and General Education. Electives –Community pharmacy, hospital pharmacy, marketing, pediatrics and geriatrcs.

Personal Qualities Have a good memory Enjoy learning about new medications & treatments Be trustworthy & detail oriented Good communication skills Good problem solving abilities Enjoy people

Personality Qualities Personality MatchesPersonality Misses AnalyticalCreative DetailedEmotional FocusedDisorganized *I want some one who is kind and caring, who shows an interest in me and my well being.

Skill Measurement Board Exams –NAPLAX –Federal Law Exam –Each States test 30 hours of CEU’s every 2 years Renew State License every year

A pharmacist respects the covenantal relationship between the patient and pharmacist They promote the good of every patient in a caring, compassionate, and confidential way The place concern for the well-being of the patient They respect the autonomy & dignity of each patient. They act with honesty & integrity in professional relationships

They maintain professional competence They respect the values & abilities of colleagues and other health care professionals They serve individual, community, and societal needs They seek justice in the distribution of health resources –Very similar to many peoples morals.

Earnings/Benefits Average Earning Average Hourly Rate $69,440$33.39 California Pharmacist- Staff average-$90, ,000 per year Manager- $100, ,000 Owner - $100,000-???

ProsCons Good SalariesLong Hours Wide variety of Careers Potential Restlessness Options

INCREASING NEED!!!!! 2000 workforce Growth Rate 217, %

Other Places of Work Armed Services Community pharmacy Drug Research & Development Sales & Marketing

Armed Forces Air force Army Coast Guard Navy *You need a 4 year college degree in pharmacy and a state license to practice pharmacy.

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