Pharmacy technician

I am writing to inform you that I have strengthened my understanding of the use and incorporation of knowledge and ideas. My skills in writing have become significantly stronger ever since we started this semester back in January. Before I took Writing in the Sciences with you as my instructor, incorporating knowledge and ideas has became a lot easier for me to accomplish when writing. I never realized how inadequate I was at incorporating my ideas into my writing. One activity that helped me…

Diagnostic laboratories are either associated with veterinary or medical teaching hospitals or are privately owned and operated. Veterinary specialists working in diagnostic labs associated with teaching hospitals are often involved with the teaching and research process (Lisa Dorward, work.chron.com). The opportunity to work in pharmaceutical and private research laboratories, various government agencies, and universities is available to proficient veterinarians interested in research. In…

After reading the articles posted on the module, I started to realize how this will impact my future in the medical field. While reading I was thinking how much has changed in the last 12 years. My first job I ever had was in a grocery store. When I applied for that job I had to fill out a very short paper application. I had a quick interview and was offered the job on the spot. Things are way different now. The digital age has also taken over employment opportunities. Now when applying for a…

As a member of Hilltop Leaders, I recently took the Gallup Report Strength Finder to find out my signature themes which represent the five most dominant themes of talent I have. In ranking of order, first I am an achiever. An, “achiever describes a constant need for achievement.” My second is learner because, “The subject matter that interests you most will be determined by your other themes and experiences, but whatever the subject, you will always be drawn to the process of learning.” My third…

LONE EAGLE The rank of Lone Eagle is similar to the Boy Scout rank of Eagle Scout, but with a specific focus on character and leadership. I was considered for the award after completing the qualifications for mastery of Survival, Archery, Swimming, Tripping (Orienteering), Canoeing, and Campcraft. After extensive interviews regarding my leadership at camp and the way I served my campers and fellow staff, I was inducted into the Lone Eagle Fellowship, which is committed to praying for and serving…

Competition in the industry: this force mentions the importance of competitors and the ability that the business is threaten by them. Based on the scenario, Felder hospital’s substantial growth over the years has placed it in the position of having many competitors in the surrounding area. If there are more competitors and they are able to provide the same services, such as oncology, orthopedic, cardiovascular, Felder’s power to gain market share is weak. On the contrary, Felder will have more…

They require a team made up of specialized individuals with various areas of training. Some of the jobs required other than a veterinarian’s are groomers, kennel assistants, veterinary assistants, veterinary technicians, receptionists, practice managers, and office managers. Groomers are responsible for the hygiene and grooming of animals. This can involve walking dogs, washing and trimming fur, or clipping claws. Kennel assistants keep kennels cleaned, stocked…

Preventing Adverse Effects Decision-making support tools built into web-based EHR systems help prevent adverse events associated with drug allergies and negative drug interactions caused by food or other medications. Expeditious access to drug contraindications, patient history and pharmaceutical information enables providers to make faster decisions when prescribing or administering medication at the point of care. From a broader perspective, pertinent information recorded in a patient EHR can…

unemployment rate are increasing consumer’s disposable income. • Technological and mobile advances offer on the spot communication between businesses. Threats: • A threat Pleasant Grove Animal Clinic faces is that more traditional pharmacies, such as Wal-Mart and online pharmacies offer to fill pet medication; often at lower prices than veterinarian clinics. • There are several vet clinics in Texarkana that they have to compete with. • Customers may choose a clinic offering the same…

Medication Adherence in Primary Care Treating chronic illnesses usually includes pharmacotherapy management. Even though medications are effective in treating and preventing progression of disease processes; “their full benefits are often not realized because approximately 50% of patients do not take their medications as prescribed” (Brown & Bussell, 2011, p. 304). Woo & Wynne (2012) stated that “poor medication adherence leads to increased healthcare costs; 33 to 69 percent of…