Army MOS · Medical
68Q Pharmacy Specialist
Overview
A Pharmacy Specialist prepares, controls, and issues pharmaceutical products under the supervision of a pharmacist or physician. The specialist may also supervise pharmacy activities.
Core Skills
- pharmaceutical dispensing
- medication inventory management
- data entry and verification
- attention to detail
- patient and provider communication
- regulatory compliance awareness
- quality control and double-checking
- sterile technique and handling
- documentation and recordkeeping
- workflow management
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Apple Safari
- MEDITECH software
- Microsoft Edge
- Microsoft Word
Civilian Career Paths
- Pharmacy
- Clinical Technician
- Inventory Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- PTCB Certified Pharmacy Technician (PTCB-CPhT)
- Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) · Funded · Promotion points
- Certified Electronic Health Record Specialist (CEHRS)
Career Growth
- Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) · Funded · Promotion points
- Pharmaceutical GMP Professional
- Regulatory Affairs Certification: Pharmaceuticals (RAC-Drugs) · Funded · Promotion points
Also Common
- Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician (CSPT) · Funded · Promotion points
What the Work Involves
- Receive written prescription or refill requests and verify that information is complete and accurate.
- Enter prescription information into computer databases.
- Establish or maintain patient profiles, including lists of medications taken by individual patients.
- Maintain proper storage and security conditions for drugs.
- Receive and store incoming supplies, verify quantities against invoices, check for outdated medications in current inventory, and inform supervisors of stock needs and shortages.
Related Occupations
- Pharmacists
- Pharmacy Aides
- Medical Assistants
- Veterinary Technologists and Technicians
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
Formerly Known As (Legacy)
Retired codes that converted into 68Q. Each legacy page documents the cited history.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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