Calvin Anderson, CPhT-Adv
Pharmacy Technician
Vivent Health
Madison, WI
Certification
Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)
Number of Years at Organization
1 Year
Why did you become a pharmacy technician?
There are so many settings you can involve yourself with, such as community, long-term care, inpatient, specialty, nuclear, and/or mail order pharmacy.
How long have you been practicing?
Six years.
What are you most proud of in your professional career?
Passing the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) exam and becoming proficient in sterile compounding.
What is your most memorable experience as a pharmacy technician?
Helping a patient gain access to affordable lifesaving medication and compounding IVs for patients in hospitals.
Why did you become certified?
I wanted to prove my dedication to patient safety.
What career advice do you have for others interested in becoming a Pharmacy Technician?
Explore! See which pharmacy setting best suits your needs and feels most comfortable!