October 15

​National Pharmacy Technician Day

Today is National Pharmacy Technician Day - thank your local technicians for their hard work and dedication to providing quality healthcare!

Yearly Date
Third Tuesday in October
Type
Day

Introduction

Celebrate National Pharmacy Technician Day on the third Tuesday in October by showing your appreciation to all of the hard-working pharmacy technicians out there! This day was created to commemorate and recognize the important contributions of pharmacy technicians, who work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure patients receive their medications safely and accurately. The role of a pharmacy technician is an integral part of any healthcare system, and it's important to take some time to appreciate all that they do. So join us in celebrating this special day and show your support for pharmacy technicians everywhere!

​National Pharmacy Technician Day Timeline

1821
Birth of Pharmacy Practice
The Apothecaries Act was passed in the UK, which established the apothecary as the general practitioner of pharmacy, beginning of the journey to modern-day pharmacy practice.
1951
American Society of Hospital Pharmacists
Formed to represent hospital pharmacists, this society was one of the first to recognize the role of the pharmacy technician in their guidelines.
1982
First Pharm Tech Certification Program
The Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) was founded in the USA, offering the first certification program for pharmacy technicians to validate their competency.
1994
Pharmacy Technician Day Originates
National Pharmacy Technician Day was started by the American Association of Pharmacy Technicians (AAPT) to recognize and celebrate the contributions of pharmacy technicians.
2016
Development and Expansion
PTCB launches specialized certifications for pharmacy technicians to continue their education and provide more specialized care to patients.

How to Celebrate ​National Pharmacy Technician Day

1

Volunteer at a pharmacy

Find a local pharmacy and offer to volunteer for the day. This is a great way to give back and show your appreciation for all the hard work of pharmacy technicians.

2

Throw a party

Gather up some fellow pharmacy technicians and throw an epic party complete with food, drinks, and games to celebrate the day.

3

Visit a pharmacy

Take some time to visit your local pharmacy and thank the pharmacy technician on staff for all their hard work.

4

Write thank you notes

Send out thank you notes to pharmacy technicians who have helped you in the past or who you admire for their hard work.

5

Share stories

Share your stories of the amazing pharmacy technicians in your life on social media or through word of mouth to bring awareness to this important role in healthcare.

Why ​National Pharmacy Technician Day is Important

A

Pharmacy technicians improve patient safety

By ensuring that medications are dispensed correctly and in a timely manner, pharmacy technicians play an important role in patient safety. They are responsible for double checking prescriptions and maintaining accuracy in the preparation of medications, which helps reduce the risk of incorrect dosages or dangerous drug interactions.

B

Pharmacy technicians save time and money

Because they are experts in medication dispensing and handling insurance forms, pharmacy technicians can effectively reduce wait times at pharmacies. They also help cut down on costs by ensuring that correct information is obtained regarding insurers and drug coverage plans.

C

Pharmacy technicians provide excellent customer service

The friendly and knowledgeable staff of a pharmacy are essential for creating a pleasant shopping experience. Pharmacy technicians are often on the front lines providing customers with answers to their questions about medications and offering advice about different treatment options.

​National Pharmacy Technician Day Dates

Year
Date
Day
2023
Oct 16
Monday
2024
Oct 14
Monday
2025
Oct 20
Monday
2026
Oct 19
Monday
2027
Oct 18
Monday