Undervalued. Overworked. Still Standing_Ep01

15/04/2025 10 min Temporada 1 Episodio 1

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Welcome to the first episode of Pharmacy Tech Unfiltered, a podcast for pharmacy technicians, by a former pharmacy tech, Elena. This podcast dives deep into the real, unfiltered stories of pharmacy technicians working in retail, hospital, and long-term care settings.We explore the hidden struggles behind the pharmacy counter—burnout, toxic work environments, low wages, understaffing, mental health challenges, and lack of appreciation in the healthcare system.In this debut episode, Elena reads a powerful, heartfelt letter from a fellow pharmacy tech who opens up about their emotional and physical toll working in the pharmacy field. Elena also shares thoughts on pharmacy technician self-care, building a strong support community, and why we must speak out to advocate for fair treatment, better pay, and improved working conditions for pharmacy staff.If you're a current or former pharmacy technician dealing with stress, burnout, or simply looking to connect with others who understand the struggle, this podcast is for you. Join the Pharmacy Tech Unfiltered community—where your voice matters, your story is heard, and together we push for change in the pharmacy workforce. Submit your story through Google Forms link: https://forms.gle/fBzPH7Cs4f4ejtyT9or Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠Free Download “Feeling Burned Out? You’re Not Alone” https://elena-rutka.kit.com/d01e4e9b46 00:00 Welcome to Pharmacy Tech Unfiltered00:40 The Reality of Being a Pharmacy Tech01:33 Community Stories: A Letter from a Fellow Tech05:29 Breaking Down the Struggles07:23 Empowerment and Solutions08:57 Join the Conversation09:46 Closing RemarksDisclaimer: Pharmacy Techs Unfiltered is a space for real pharmacy technicians to share their unfiltered stories — anonymously, honestly, and without fear of judgment. These stories reflect the lived experiences of techs across all areas of pharmacy, from retail to hospital and beyond.Our mission is to give voice to the backbone of pharmacy — the technicians. This platform exists to:Validate and amplify real technician experiencesCreate connection and community through storytellingSpark necessary conversations about the realities of pharmacy workAdvocate for respect, safety, and change in the professionThe stories shared on this podcast are submitted voluntarily and anonymously. They may reflect frustration, burnout, victories, or vulnerable moments. While every story is treated with care and context, they do not represent the views of any specific employer, institution, or governing body. Names, locations, and identifying details may be changed or omitted to protect anonymity.We are not here to bash individuals — we’re here to tell the truth. Our goal is collective healing, awareness, and empowerment.If you’re a tech who wants to be heard, submit your story at https://forms.gle/fBzPH7Cs4f4ejtyT9Your voice matters here!