Oath of a Pharmacy Technician
Oath of a Pharmacy Technician
The first-ever Oath of a Pharmacy Technician marks a significant milestone for pharmacy technicians. Developed by the TPTS Board of Directors and refined through a public comment period, the oath reflects the values, responsibilities, and commitment pharmacy technicians bring to patient care and the healthcare team every day.
TPTS invites pharmacy technicians, educators, employers, and healthcare organizations to download and use the Oath of a Pharmacy Technician as a symbol of professional dedication and excellence.
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- Download the printable or digital PDF
- Access the social media toolkit and share your commitment
- Encourage colleagues and teams to take the oath
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OATH OF A PHARMACY TECHNICIAN
As a pharmacy technician, I am an essential member of the healthcare team, entrusted with responsibilities that impact patient outcomes. This oath is my commitment to the values that guide the pharmacy profession.
- I will place the health, safety, dignity, and well-being of every patient at the center of my work.
- I will uphold the trust placed in me by acting with integrity, professionalism, and respect and by protecting patient confidentiality.
- I will accept responsibility for my actions and hold myself accountable to my patients, colleagues, community, and profession.
- I will commit to continuous professional development to assure safe and effective patient-centered care.
- I will support, mentor, and encourage pharmacy professionals and learners at every stage of their career.
- I will respect the diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences of all individuals and promote belonging and health equity for all people.
- I will collaborate with pharmacists, healthcare professionals, patients, and caregivers, fulfilling my responsibilities as a pharmacy technician within my scope of practice to promote safe, effective, and compassionate patient care.
- I will uphold the highest ethical and legal standards and promote a culture of safety, quality, accuracy, and accountability in every practice setting.
- I will advocate for the advancement of pharmacy technicians and pharmacy practice.
With this oath, I pledge to uphold these principles throughout my career and to honor the trust placed in me as a pharmacy technician.
Approved by the TPTS Board of Directors 2026
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