University of the Pacific Pharmacy School Mock Interview
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Prescription drug abuse is a widespread issue. How will you recognize the signs of drug abuse in your customers? How would you handle a situation like this?
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Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
The interviewers want to know that you are familiar with the potential dark side of pharmaceutical drugs. Show that you will be responsible as a pharmacist and that you are capable of recognizing the signs of drug addiction. Then, explain how you would handle a customer showing signs of drug abuse.
Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"I understand that prescription drug abuse is an epidemic and that, as a pharmacist, I must be diligent when recognizing the signs of abuse in my customers/patients. I have researched this social issue a great deal. The signs include a patient being adamant about receiving a certain brand, doctor-hopping, and even forging doctor's prescriptions. I will be committed to diligence and awareness of this social issue during my career. I will handle this situation as I will be taught during the pharmacy program and based on company protocols."
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Since you have not entered the pharmacy program, you have likely not been taught how to handle a customer who shows signs of drug abuse. Additionally, the company you work for may have specific protocols for handling a case like this. Show the interviewers that you understand the signs of prescription drug abuse and will handle these customers according to how you will be taught and your company's protocols.
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