Kelli Johnson, CPhT-Adv
Senior Program Manager Pharmacy Technician Education and Clinical Services
Credena Health/Providence Health System
Portland, OR
Certification
Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)
Number of Years at Organization
6 Years
Why did you become a pharmacy technician?
I became a technician by chance. I started as a clerk in the pharmacy and asked to complete the training course. I haven't looked back!
How long have you been practicing?
Almost 25 years.
What are you most proud of in your professional career?
That I have been able to explore several different areas of practice and achieve a position in senior leadership to advocate for my fellow pharmacy technicians.
What is your most memorable experience as a pharmacy technician?
Getting certified to administer immunizations. To see how far the profession has come in the last five years is incredible.
Why did you become certified?
I briefly moved in 2005 to another state and decided to gain my certification to practice in the state I was moving to. This was before certification was required but recognized as education.
What career advice do you have for others interested in becoming a Pharmacy Technician?
Take every chance you get to learn a new skill within the pharmacy. It's extremely valuable to broaden your knowledge and skill set.