Title
Advancing the Role of Pharmacy Technicians in 340B
Room/Location
San Diego Ballroom C
Description
The role of pharmacy technicians in 340B is ever-growing. Their skills and responsibilities provide them with a keen understanding of the intersection of pharmacy operations and the 340B program. With this unique perspective on 340B, they may serve to educate their colleagues, navigate compliance requirements, and identify solutions to operational issues. In this session, panelists will describe the ways in which pharmacy technicians support their organizations' 340B programs and discuss various learning opportunities that techs can engage with to advance their 340B knowledge and experience.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify skills and responsibilities of pharmacy technicians
- Discuss opportunities and skills beyond the pharmacy that contribute to the advancement of pharmacy technicians
- Outline 340B education opportunities and their value to pharmacy technicians
- Describe the impact of pharmacy technicians on 340B and pharmacy practice areas, including working with TPAs, compliance issues, hospital pharmacy operations, and contracting