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Job outlook for pharmacist technician program directors in the United States
Are pharmacist technician program director jobs in demand?
Pharmacist technician program director job and salary trends over time
Pharmacist technician program director jobs over time
Pharmacist technician program director job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 49 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 42 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 46 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 42 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 42 | 0.00% |
Average pharmacist technician program director salary over time
Pharmacist technician program director salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $69,963 | $33.64 | +2.7% |
| 2024 | $68,149 | $32.76 | +3.8% |
| 2023 | $65,640 | $31.56 | +0.1% |
| 2022 | $65,585 | $31.53 | +0.9% |
| 2021 | $64,972 | $31.24 | +3.7% |
Pharmacist technician program director jobs by state
Most common states for pharmacist technician program directors
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 1,270 | 40% |
| 2 | Arkansas | 3,004,279 | 1,059 | 35% |
| 3 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 449 | 33% |
| 4 | Alabama | 4,874,747 | 1,538 | 32% |
| 5 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 341 | 32% |
| 6 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 229 | 30% |
| 7 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 210 | 30% |
| 8 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 1,621 | 29% |
| 9 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 297 | 28% |
| 10 | Delaware | 961,939 | 270 | 28% |
| 11 | Oklahoma | 3,930,864 | 1,069 | 27% |
| 12 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 365 | 27% |
| 13 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 1,091 | 26% |
| 14 | Wisconsin | 5,795,483 | 1,436 | 25% |
| 15 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 1,384 | 25% |
| 16 | Mississippi | 2,984,100 | 757 | 25% |
| 17 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 472 | 25% |
| 18 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 214 | 25% |
| 19 | Georgia | 10,429,379 | 2,385 | 23% |
| 20 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 816 | 23% |
Pharmacist Technician Program Director job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of pharmacist technician program director experts
Western New England University
University of Rhode Island
University of Tennessee Health Science Center - Memphis
Idaho State University
University of California, Irvine
What general advice would you give to a Pharmacist Technician Program Director?
Kimberly Pesaturo PharmD, BCPS: Becoming both a true professional and an expert are longtime, if not lifetime, processes.
Continued self-development and being open to new ideas, concepts, and innovations are key to
career progression. New doors are going to open, and some when you least expect them. Take
advantage of opportunities that come your way! Be open to the fact that growth takes time and
change is inevitable.
What Pharmacist Technician Program Director skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
Kimberly Pesaturo PharmD, BCPS: I see two main areas as being vital to career success in the next few years. The first is
embracing both the fluid nature of the field of pharmacy and its new technologies. The second is
cultivating a high degree of emotional intelligence, communication, and professionalism.
What will help Pharmacist Technician Program Directors increase their earning potential?
Kimberly Pesaturo PharmD, BCPS: This is a great question! I feel there are multiple ways to do this, but my primary
recommendation is to make sure you are a highly qualified career candidate. This may
involve completing a year or more of postgraduate residency training, postgraduate
fellowship training, and/or becoming certified in specialty areas, such as through the
Board of Pharmaceutical Specialties examination. Second, be willing to pack up and
move! Early career is a ripe time for new environments and locations, and working in
various locales will help formatively support your later career growth. Next, diversify
your skill set, but be smart about it. Think about what makes you unique in your career;
how might you leverage your knowledge and experience through research, publication,
teaching, or consulting? Finally, to quote a mentor of mine, "fortune favors the bold."
Don't be afraid to innovate, share, and collaborate.
Dr. Elizabeth St. Louis PharmD, BCACP
Director, Co-Curriculum and Experiential EngagementUniversity of Rhode Island
Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, And Administration
What Pharmacist Technician Program Director skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
Dr. Elizabeth St. Louis PharmD, BCACP: Pharmacy is a field that is ever-evolving as new medications, technologies, and regulations emerge, so it is crucial that graduates prioritize staying informed about changes and being a lifelong learner to expand their knowledge and clinical skills. It is also valuable to find experienced pharmacists who can serve as mentors and provide guidance as they navigate their career; they can learn from their experiences and seek advice on professional development opportunities and career advancement. I would also be remiss if I did not point out the value of investing in professional networking with colleagues, mentors, and other professionals that can provide worthwhile insights into salary negotiation strategies, job opportunities, and career advancement paths. Attend professional conferences, join professional associations, and participate in online forums to expand your professional network and stay connected to changes in the profession. Above all, it is critical for new graduates to stay resilient and flexible as pharmacy practice can be demanding and fast-paced with unexpected challenges. Being adaptable to change and identifying effective ways to manage stress and cope with the demands of the profession will help ensure a long and fulfilling career.
Dawn Havrda
Associate Dean For Academic Affairs and AssessmentUniversity of Tennessee Health Science Center - Memphis
Pharmacy Department
What hard/technical skills are most important for Pharmacist Technician Program Directors?
Dawn Havrda: Computer skills and knowledge of technological advances. Business sense and management skills. Marketing skills to adapt to the needed stakeholder is important.
Dr. Jennifer Adams
Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Clinical Associate ProfessorIdaho State University
College of Pharmacy
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Pharmacist Technician Program Directors?
Dr. Jennifer Adams: Our curriculum at Idaho State has always involved synchronous distance education across 3 campus locations in two states, but the learning environment has still been a shift, even for our experienced distance learners. From students with families managing child care and virtual education, to finding a quiet place to attend class and study for those with roommates, the pandemic has been stressful for many of our students. That being said, they have been resilient and have risen to the challenge and since the pandemic began our students' academic performance has not suffered.
Our students have also been given the opportunity to serve our communities during the pandemic; helping with COVID screening, testing, and vaccination efforts through their service learning activities. Many have gone well above and beyond what is required for service learning and have volunteered many, many hours of service to our communities.
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Pharmacist Technician Program Directors?
Sarah McBane: The COVID-19 pandemic caused some changes in pharmacy education, but it's important to remember that pharmacy education is held to specific standards as defined by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education. Pharmacists who graduated in 2020, and likely those graduating in later years as well, will have gained experience in pandemic health care and telehealth. In addition, the graduating students will have enhanced their development of important life skills such as adaptability and creativity that will serve them well in every pharmacy practice setting. These skills will enable the graduates to face and address challenges more easily.
What type of skills will young Pharmacist Technician Program Directors need?
Sarah McBane: The profession has been evolving as long as I've been a pharmacist but, as with the rest of the healthcare system, the speed of that evolution really accelerated with the COVID-19 pandemic. Pharmacy graduates will need to flexible, innovative and entrepreneurial, able to adapt to changes and to create their own opportunities. We will continue to count on pharmacists as the medication experts, but what that looks like may vary from setting to setting.