Kaci Gordon, CPhT-Adv, CSPT
Certified Pharmacy Technician Lead, Supervisor and Education
Mount Carmel Health System
Westerville, OH
Certification
Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)
Number of Years at Organization
8 Years
How long have you been practicing?
19 years
What are you most proud of in your professional career?
I love being someone who can advocate for our technicians. This has typically been in my health system, but I have recently expanded my advocacy through my work with our state organization, Ohio Society of Health-System Pharmacy (OSHP), as well as getting involved with ASHP.
What is your most memorable experience as a pharmacy technician?
There are too many. I guess first, having a manager who took a chance on me. Second, realizing that this is what I'm good at and I have good ideas and expertise to offer to others. Third, each and every manager has supported and encouraged my growth over the years.
Why did you become certified?
Initially, it was required for my job. I then pursued advanced credentials to try to advance my career and continue to be able to be a good resource for our technicians.
What career advice do you have for others interested in becoming a Pharmacy Technician?
"Pharmacy technician" does not even begin to describe who we are and what we do. There are so many pathways and opportunities. Find your niche - the things you are good at and/or passionate about and pursue that pathway if you want to advance.