Pharmacy aides help licensed pharmacists with administrative duties in running a pharmacy. Aides often are clerks or cashiers who primarily answer telephones, handle money, stock shelves, and perform other clerical duties.

• Most pharmacy aides receive informal on-the-job training, but employers favor those with at least a high school diploma.
• Successful pharmacy aides are organized, dedicated, friendly, and responsible. They should be willing and able to take directions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are needed because pharmacy aides interact daily with patients, coworkers, and health care professionals.
• Teamwork is also very important because aides are often required to work with technicians and pharmacists.