The 2005 schedule examination for pharmacy technicians seeking certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) will be held on November 19th.
Individuals who meet all eligibility requirements and successfully pass the examination may use the initials “CPhT” after their names. Certification is valid for two years.
The exams will be administered at Rutgers University, College Avenue Campus – Scott Hall Rooms 123 & 135, 43 College Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901. For Directions visit: http://www.rutgers.edu. Application receipt deadline is September 23rd. The application fee is $120. For more information, call PTCB at (202) 429-7576 or visit their new website at http://www.ptcb.org. To obtain registration materials, call the NJSHP headquarters at (609) 936-2205.
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The ASHP Product Reseller Program is an avenue to help the Society generate additional revenue. Purchasing ASHP products through the Society is an easy way to financially support your State Chapter of Health-System Pharmacists. If interested, please call the office at (609) 936-2205 to request a copy of the product listing and product order form or visit our website at www.njshp.org.
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Congratulations to Rob Adamson on his recent appointment to the Council of Legal and Public Affairs for the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists. Kudos also go to Barbara Dixey for her appointment to ASHP’s Technician Advisory Board.
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Congratulations to Dawn Norcross, CPhT, who completed her first year of college with a 3.7 GPA. in Criminal Justice Administration. Dawn aspires a career with the DEA. As a full time, happy, pharmacy technician within the Kennedy Health System, Dawn has made pharmacy her career for the last twenty years. According to Dawn, “My greatest challenge has been returning to school after so many years. While raising 3 children, school and work keep me pretty busy.” Dawn considers herself fortunate to have a great team of co-workers and a supportive director at Kennedy-Stratford Campus. She adds, “After my children, these remarkable people are my greatest inspiration to succeed.” Way to go, Dawn and keep going! SPOTLIGHT on YOU! Celebrate your hard work and dedication in your pharmacy career! Share
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Celebrate your hard work and dedication in your pharmacy career! Share your accomplishments with NJSHP. Our newsletter is an excellent opportunity to provide education and information about your contributions to the practice of pharmacy. Your story can be an inspiration to others! So don’t be shy. To submit your contribution, please contact Stella Williams at 609-936-2205; swilliams@njha.com. We’d love to hear from you!
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Technician Update
Barbara Dixey, CPHT
Education has been a key focus: Here’s a quick synopsis of the recent seminars.
• January 27 – “Under the Microscope/Blood Specimens” – Presented by Elise Zebrowski of Kimball Medical Center. Take a physical tour of the lab. Trace what happens when a vial of blood leaves the nursing unit and what types of tests blood can be tested.
• March 28 – “Understanding Your Respiratory Treatments and Proper Usage” – Presented by Lisa Fariello of Kimball Medical Center. This seminar identifies respiratory treatment and provides hands-on demonstration of equipment for proper usage.
• April 12 – “New Drugs 2004-2005” – Presented by Linda Spooner of Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy. Learn new available drugs and how when used in conjunction with existing drugs help combat AIDS and other diseases.
• May 23 – “Coronary Artery Disease” – Presented by Amy Watson of Shoreline Behavioral Center. Learn the signs and symptoms of coronary artery disease and lifestyle habits that contribute to it.
• June 28 – “Bloodless Surgery” – Presented by Kimo Morris of Jersey Shore Medical Center. When is bloodless surgery recommended and what are the moral and legal ethics involved.
• July 20 – “Interdisciplinary & Technological Prevention of Controlled Substance Diversion” – Presented by Mitch Sobel of Saint Barnabas Medical Center. Participants learn policies, procedures and purchasing methods needed for the handling and distribution of controlled substances and narcotics.
While a date is to be determined for September, plan to attend the upcoming “The Metabolic Syndrome Seminar” presented by Betsy Storch of Kimball Medical Center.
Exciting News – Technicians Can Earn CE credits Online!
JUST IN – Now there’s another option to attend some of these seminars without ever leaving the comforts of your computer!
Simply log onto the burgeoning NJSHP website and go to Technician CE’s. You’ll see NJSHP seminars that have already taken place. Additionally,
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