Imagine a world without pharmacists. No one to accurately fill prescriptions, catch potentially deadly medication errors in emergency rooms, or provide crucial pharmaceutical advice. This could become a reality if the demand for qualified pharmacists isn’t addressed.
The U.S. Department of Labor indicates that thousands of pharmacist positions go unfilled each year, highlighting a significant gap in the healthcare system. A career in pharmacy offers diverse opportunities and competitive compensation. Pharmacy graduates can explore roles in research labs, poison control centers, veterinary clinics, and traditional pharmacies.
To address this shortage and encourage students to consider pharmacy, Roche, in collaboration with the Parenteral Drug Association Foundation and WLIW New York, created a teacher’s guide. This resource helps educators identify and nurture students with an interest in science and health, guiding them toward pharmacy careers.
The guide provides student profiles, a list of relevant colleges and professional organizations, and a self-assessment tool to help students determine if pharmacy is the right path. Consider these questions when evaluating a potential career in pharmacy:
* Are you strong in mathematics?
* Do you have a passion for science, particularly biology and chemistry?
* Are you detail-oriented and able to maintain focus?
* Do you want to make a positive impact on your community?
* Would you value a career with opportunities nationwide?
If you answered yes to these questions, a fulfilling and impactful career in pharmacy may be within your reach.