What do you feel are the most important qualities in being a good technician?
Take a look at the job description before your interview. As you review the list of responsibilities, think of the character qualities that will help you to be successful in completing those tasks. Now think of the bigger picture. What qualities will enhance the overall work environment for everyone else?
"Flexibility, communication skills, and attention to detail are important qualities that I possess as a pharmacy technician. I love that no two days in the pharmacy are the same, and all three of these traits are necessary to handle all of the changes thrown our way throughout each day."
"The two most important qualities in this position are being detail oriented and being a people person. I am very detailed in my work, which will translate great to a pharmacy tech position in your hospital. I must be accurate in my work because a mistake can be detrimental or lethal to a patient's health. As well, the ability to work with people from all walks of life and backgrounds is equally important."
"Patience and empathy are two important qualities that I pride myself on in this job. Often our patients are sick, so being patient with them and empathetic can show that you truly care about them and their well-being."
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Anonymous Answer
Honesty, compassion. Efficiency. Need to have attention to details, people skills, patience, and pharmaceutical knowledge.
Rachelle's Feedback
These are all excellent qualities for a pharmacy technician to possess. Be sure to include the fact that you possess the top qualities required for the role (i.e., add in a qualifying statement in the end). I have provided an example below.
"Aside from pharmaceutical knowledge, I believe the most important qualities for a good pharmacy technician to have include honesty, compassion, and efficiency. I take pride in the fact that I pay great attention to the details, I have wonderful people skills, and exude patience in everything that I do."
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