How do you fill your downtime at work?
Texting your boyfriend and getting on social media are not the best responses! Even though you may need time to reset, you want your interviewer to know that you understand how valuable your time is and that you take your job seriously. If you want to stay accurate in preparing medications and prescriptions, you should make the most of those 10 minutes of free time by reviewing your to-do list, checking in with your boss, and then grabbing some coffee. Express to your interviewer that you use your downtime wisely.
"If I have downtime at work, I like to ensure our inventory is stocked and the work area is clean and tidy. I will empty trash cans, restock supplies, and see if any coworkers need help with anything. I like to stay busy and productive when it is slow at work."
"I realize that downtime is rare in this field and that if it ever happens, there are other important things to take care of. I'm not a person to stand around on the job so I would look to find other tasks that can't normally be done when the pharmacy is busy with customers."
"I like to shadow the pharmacist and learn more about the medication that we are dispensing to our patients during my downtime. I have been doing this for a few years now with the permission of both my supervisor and the pharmacists and it has helped me become a much better technician."
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Anonymous Answer
I check what has to be done, like cleaning, checking expired drugs, zone the shelves, provide customer service, and anything the pharmacist needs to be done.
Rachelle's Feedback
Great answer! You are showing the interviewer that you are fully capable of staying busy at work without the need for micromanagement. You have a firm idea of what it takes to ensure the pharmacy runs smoothly every day.
Anonymous Answer
I check if anything needs to be done. I check on stock and tidy up the workplace. I also ask my coworkers if they need any help with anything.
Jaymie's Feedback
Perfect! Your response shows the interviewer that you're a team player and that you like to keep busy and won't just sit idle.
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