{"id":58622,"date":"2023-05-25T13:00:57","date_gmt":"2023-05-25T17:00:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=58622"},"modified":"2025-08-29T10:11:37","modified_gmt":"2025-08-29T14:11:37","slug":"pharmacy-technician-burnout","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/pharmacy-technician-burnout\/","title":{"rendered":"How pharmacy techs can avoid burnout"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s no secret that healthcare workers have a tremendous amount of work and responsibility on their plates, and pharmacy technicians are no exception. Doing tasks like dispensing medications and inventory management, their role within a pharmacy is multifaceted\u2014not to mention vital. And with ever-increasing responsibilities, pharmacy techs are feeling stress. In fact, according to an <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">article<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> published in <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">U.S. Pharmacist<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in 2020, full-time pharmacy employees have reached levels of burnout greater than many physicians.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So what steps can overwhelmed pharmacy technicians take to manage day-to-day stress and avoid reaching their breaking point? Here are expert tips to help techs avoid work-induced burnout.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-s-the-difference-between-stress-and-burnout\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What\u2019s the difference between stress and burnout?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Normal day-to-day stress is a natural response to the challenges of life, such as meeting deadlines or dealing with difficult people, says <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dat Nguyen, Pharm.D<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">., founder of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pharmedico Pharmacy<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Sarasota, Florida. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In small doses, this kind of stress can even be beneficial. That\u2019s because it helps to motivate you and keep you alert, Dr. Nguyen says.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stress is typical with the job of a pharmacy technician and tends to ebb and flow during the day, adds<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mytoolboxgenomics.com\/about-us\/erika-gray\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Erika Gray<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Pharm.D., chief medical officer and co-founder of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.toolboxgenomics.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Toolbox Genomics<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0 For example, a nurse or patient may be frustrated with a delay in obtaining medication and take their irritation out on the pharmacy tech.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But if stress becomes chronic and overwhelming, it can lead to burnout, a state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged or repeated exposure to stressors. It can affect your ability to function at work and in your personal life, <a href=\"https:\/\/pharmedicorx.com\/pages\/our-team\">Dr. Nguyen<\/a> adds.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Supporting Your Pharmacy Techs to Avoid Burnout \u2014 Ask A Pharmacist\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/OHhPFaoBK-o?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><b>RELATED: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/pharmacy-technician-roles-changing\/\"><b>9 ways pharmacy technician roles are changing<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"signs-of-stress-that-can-lead-to-burnout\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Signs of stress that can lead to burnout<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stress is a natural part of any job, but if left unmanaged, it can hinder your ability to carry out work responsibilities and lead to burnout, says <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/taryn-fernandes-a8b268106\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taryn Fernandes, MD<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a supervising physician at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/medvidi.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MEDvidi,<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> an online mental health treatment center. Being under too much stress can lead to physical symptoms such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Headaches<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chronic fatigue<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stomachaches<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Muscle tension\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can have emotional symptoms, including feeling:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drained<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tired<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Irritable<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Frustrated<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lack of concentration or motivation<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These symptoms can lead to reduced productivity, sleep disturbances, emotional instability, a lack of a sense of accomplishment or job satisfaction, and a negative attitude toward work or your workplace, she says. As a result, you may begin to withdraw from social activities and neglect self-care.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-pharmacy-techs-can-take-care-of-their-mental-health\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How pharmacy techs can take care of their mental health\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s common for pharmacy techs to look out for their patients, and sometimes, that might mean neglecting their own needs. But protecting your own mental well-being is equally crucial as taking care of others, says Dr. Fernandes. Techs can prioritize their self-care with the following eight tips.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Adopt a healthy lifestyle. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consuming a well-balanced diet, engaging in physical activity outside of work, and getting sufficient sleep can all help you protect your mental health.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Taking short breaks during the day. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even a simple five-minute breather after a particularly busy stretch at the register or a difficult customer can do some good.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Managing your workload<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> by setting practical and achievable goals. During periods of high workloads, break down tasks into manageable pieces to help avoid feeling overwhelmed.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Establish boundaries <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to achieve a healthy work-life balance, encourage a positive work atmosphere, and cultivate a reliable support system<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Use stress-management techniques and mindfulness exercises.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Yoga, meditation, or deep breathing can help you effectively combat stress.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Prioritize effective communication with colleagues<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">; this can fend off feelings of being isolated or unsupported in the workplace.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Seek professional help when necessary<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Psychotherapy treatment can be effective in helping manage stress\u2014especially in severe cases of burnout.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Use the Pharmacy Well-being Index<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to assess your level of stress to help fend off a problem before it\u2019s too late.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>RELATED: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/mental-health-day\/\"><b>Do you need a mental health day? Here\u2019s how to know<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"the-pharmacy-professional-well-being-index\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Pharmacy Professional Well-Being Index\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mywellbeingindex.org\/versions\/pharmacist-well-being-index\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Pharmacy Well-Being Index<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a free online tool developed by the Mayo Clinic to help pharmacy employees ascertain their level of exhaustion, depression, burnout, stress, and anxiety. It can be used by pharmacists and pharmacy technicians to understand where they may have the greatest amount of stress or burnout.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Well-Being Index comprises nine questions covering six dimensions of well-being and distress, including work-life balance, job satisfaction, stress level, the likelihood of burnout, social support, and more. By using this tool, pharmacy personnel can identify the root causes of distress\u2014and use targeted strategies to fight it. It can help techs determine specific areas<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">where additional support or resources may be needed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pharmacy technicians can track changes in their well-being over time by regularly completing the index, suggests Dr. Fernandes. They can also advocate for workplace changes that promote well-being. For example, if the scores indicate that workload is causing high levels of stress, a pharmacy tech may partner with their supervisor to devise plans for redistributing tasks or hiring additional staff.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>RELATED: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/pharmacy-technician-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>9 pharmacy technician tips for smooth pharmacy operations<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mental-health-resources-for-pharmacy-techs\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mental health resources for pharmacy techs<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many resources are available to help pharmacy technicians and other employees manage stress at work effectively, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S1053482222000602\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs)<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are often offered by health insurance providers and provide confidential counseling, support, and resources to those experiencing stress, burnout, or other mental health concerns.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Continuing education programs<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> focused on stress management and self-care may also be available through your employer.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Professional organizations<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> such as the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pharmacist.com\/wellbeing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">American Pharmacists Association (APhA<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) and the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pharmacytechnician.org\/npta\/wellbeing.asp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National Pharmacy Technician Association (NPTA)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0 provide resources like webinars, training sessions, and online resources for stress management and well-being.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Support groups<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can offer a sense of community and support to stressed-out pharmacy techs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Professional therapy <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">or counseling can also be beneficial.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re undergoing a stressful situation, don\u2019t keep your emotions bottled up, says Dr. Gray. Try journaling or reaching out to friends or colleagues. It\u2019s important to know you\u2019re not alone. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are experiencing severe depression, any thoughts of self-harm, or having suicidal ideations, call the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/988lifeline.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National Suicide Prevention Lifeline<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">at 988.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s no secret that healthcare workers have a tremendous amount of work and responsibility on their plates, and pharmacy technicians are no exception. Doing tasks like dispensing medications and inventory management, their role within a pharmacy is multifaceted\u2014not to mention vital. And with ever-increasing responsibilities, pharmacy techs are feeling stress. 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