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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 18th 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.
1st lead to creation of new drugs.
Drugs many pharmacists couldnt produce

2nd many drugs could be produced more economically & with better quality. 3rd the industry assumed responsibilities for the quality of medication instead of individuals.

The Community Pharmacy


19th century didnt see the end of compounding.
Its estimated the 80% of prescriptions dispensed in 1920s 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.

Graph for 50 years Between 1920-1971.


Dispensing and compounding of medications

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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.

Graphs
People going int Pharmacy in 1947
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People going into pharmacy in 1988

People going into pharmacy in 1973

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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 whats 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-thecounter 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
Bachelors degree is being phased out Instead schools offer a doctor of pharmacy (PharmD). Bachelors degrees will not be awarded after 2005

EducationClasses
College Prep
English Math Science Good written and verbal communication skills

EducationClasses
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 Matches Analytical
Detailed Focused

Personality Misses Creative


Emotional Disorganized

*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 CEUs 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 $69,440 Average Hourly Rate $33.39

California PharmacistStaff average-$90,000-100,000 per year

Manager- $100,000-150,000
Owner - $100,000-???

Pros Good Salaries Wide variety of Careers Options

Cons Long Hours Potential Restlessness

INCREASING NEED!!!!! 2000 workforce


217,000

2000-2010 Growth Rate 24.3%

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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http://www.op.nysed.gov/pharm.htm http://www.ask.com/-pictures

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