CPhT Connect The Podcast with Mike Johnston, CPhT-Adv

Join host Mike Johnston in this special episode of CPhT Connect as he interviews Stanley Warren, a seasoned certified pharmacy technician and founder of Pharmacy Stan Consulting. Published in partnership with Drug Topics, this episode highlights the work of leading independent community pharmacy technicians. Stan shares valuable insights on reimbursement rates, medication synchronization, and the...

Join us in this episode of CPhT Connect as Mike interviews Devin Wallace, a seasoned pharmacy technician and founder of Wallace Ventures Medical Sales & Consulting. Devin shares his remarkable career journey, from working in various pharmacy settings to establishing his own successful consulting company. He highlights the importance of seizing opportunities and embracing new challenges in the ever...

In this special CPhT CONNECT episode in partnership with Drug Topics, host Mike Johnston sits down with Meredith Ayers, an experienced CPhT-Adv, about her journey in the field and the unique role of technicians in independent pharmacies. They discuss the importance of trust and respect in retaining talented technicians, the diverse responsibilities technicians can have within a pharmacy, and the c...

Join us in this week's CPhT Connect episode, as Mike sits down with Polo Heysquierdo, a seasoned pharmacy technician who shares his personal journey and valuable advice on career planning and pursuing one's passions. Polo, currently the Willow Inpatient Analyst for Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System, emphasizes the importance of having a well-thought-out plan and discovering one's true aspirat...

In our newest podcast episode on CPhT Connect, Mike engages in a conversation with Hunter Hill, a certified pharmacy technician working as the Supervisor for Compliance, Quality, and Safety at the University of Arkansas Medical Sciences. As they dive into Hunter's journey, they discuss the creation of his role from scratch, the challenges he encountered, and the skills required for success. With g...

In this week's episode of CPhT Connect, Mike speaks with Beth Shelton, a certified pharmacy technician, and currently the Customer Engagement Specialist for PharmSaver. With a diverse range of skills and experiences in content management, social media, and customer service, Beth shares her insights on staying current in the pharmacy industry, the importance of networking, and the value of not burn...

Join us for another inspiring and informative episode on CPhT Connect. In this week's episode, Mike sits down with Rafael Roman, a seasoned pharmacy technician with a wealth of experience and a passion for mentorship and career advancement. Rafael shares his journey, from starting as a pharmacy technician at Eckerds Pharmacy to becoming the Training Coordinator of the Technical Operations EPIC Imp...

In this week's episode on CPhT Connect, Mike interviews Laura Burress about her journey as a Certified Compounding Technician at Carolina Compounding & Nutritional Pharmacy. Laura discusses her experience in the field, the importance of attention to detail and following procedures in compounding modifications, the software program used in their pharmacy, and how they stay up to date with advanceme...

Join us for this inspiring episode of our CPhT Connect Podcast, where we dive into the world of pharmacy technicians with the experienced and passionate Jeremy Cates. As an independent pharmacy technician, Jeremy shares his firsthand knowledge of the rewards and challenges of the role. He highlights the significance of patient outcomes and the joy of hearing success stories. Jeremy also sheds ligh...

In this episode of CPhT Connect, join Mike as he engages in an insightful conversation with Briana Wukovich, a versatile pharmacy technician, as she shares her diverse career journey and the valuable lessons she has learned along the way. From transitioning from retail to hospital pharmacy, exploring various roles within a health system, and leveraging networking opportunities, to her passion for...

In this episode of CPhT Connect, join us as we sit down with Angela Blueitt, a seasoned Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) and Quality Assurance Analyst at Houston Methodist. Angela shares her inspiring journey in the pharmacy field, offering valuable insights into her previous experiences and current role in ensuring quality standards. Angela takes us behind the scenes of her work at Houston Me...

In this episode of CPhT Connect, Mike speaks with Michael Shanabarger, a certified pharmacy technician advanced, and the pharmacy inventory system administrator at Parkview Health. Michael discusses his journey into pharmacy, his previous work experiences, and his current role in inventory management. Michael delves into the details of the pharmacy inventory management project at Parkview Health a...

In this week's episode of CPhT Connect, Mike interviews HeatherLyn Gray, a certified pharmacy technician with expertise in emergency management and infectious diseases. HeatherLyn recounts how her upbringing in Hawaii helped influence her interest in disaster preparedness. Listeners will learn about her work with the Special Pathogens Response Network, a team that respond to outbreaks of highly in...

In this episode of CPhT Connect, host Mike Johnston Interviews Chris Lobo, a certified pharmacy technician and pharmacy services manager at Fresenius Kabi USA. Chris shares his journey from starting as a pharmacy technician to becoming a lead trainer and eventually transitioning to a sales and clinical education role. He emphasizes the importance of networking, being strategic, and taking risks in...

In this episode of CPhT Connect, Mike interviews pharmacy informatics specialist Nichole Barnes about her career journey in pharmacy. Nichole shares her experience of starting as a pharmacy technician and working her way up to a leadership role in pharmacy informatics. She provides insightful advice for listeners interested in pursuing a similar career path, including the importance of asking ques...

In this week's episode on CPhT Connect, we hear from Gerardo Ramirez, a community health worker and pharmacy technician who shares his journey and career path in healthcare. Gerardo discusses his experience working with patients, advocating for their needs, and his role as an instructor in pharmacology. He emphasizes the importance of flexibility, willingness to learn, and staying up-to-date with...

In this week's episode of CPhT CONNECT, we speak with Tom Gibson, who leveraged his experience as a pharmacy technician and supervisor to land a dream job. Tom started as a tech at a local drugstore, where a chance encounter with the manager sparked his passion. Soon he was supervising 40+ techs at a hospital, optimizing workflows, and thriving under pressure. Now a systems analyst, Tom helps impl...

This week's CPhT Connect episode features an exclusive interview with Dena Wallace, a CPhT-Adv and Regional Clinical Account Manager extraordinaire. Dena discusses her thrilling career journey from veterinary work to retail pharmacy to her current role with the cutting-edge company EQUASHIELD, which provides next-level automated compounding technology. Dena shares how she skillfully leveraged her...

This week's CPhT Connect podcast featured Matthew Rewald, BS, CPhT, DPLA, Pharmacy Technician Education Coordinator at Mayo Clinic. Matthew shared his journey to his current role, which spanned over 20 years and multiple positions. Like many in the pharmacy field, Matthew started in a community pharmacy and then pursued new opportunities to advance his career. He emphasized continually developing...

Get ready to be inspired by the incredible journey of Bridget Hanna, a certified pharmacy technician who has gone above and beyond to become a pharmacy marketing specialist and owner of Independent Edge Consulting! In this episode, Bridget shares her incredible story of starting as a pharmacy technician and the determination, hard work, and dedication that led her to where she is today.  Bridget d...

Are you interested in a career in the pharmacy industry? Please look no further than this podcast featuring Daniel Kyes, Regional Pharmacy Training and Quality Specialist at New England Life Center. Dan shares his valuable insights on the pharmacy industry in our podcast and offers helpful tips on succeeding. He even gives a glimpse into his journey and his steps to get to where he is now. So, if...

In this podcast, Pharmacy Supervisor Yvonne Fairbanks recounts her professional journey in pharmacy. She delves into her previous work experiences that paved the way for her current role while offering insightful guidance for individuals aspiring to pursue a career in pharmacy. Yvonne's candid discussion provides a firsthand glimpse into the industry as she shares her personal stories of triumphs...

In this podcast, Kevin Judeich, Licensing and Accrediting Specialist for Curexa Pharmacy discusses his career journey in pharmacy. He shares the work experience that enabled him to get to his current role, plus he gives insightful advice to those looking to have a future in pharmacy. This podcast gives listeners an inside look into the industry as Kevin unravels stories of the challenges and succe...

In this week's episode, Exploring Career Path Options, Mike sits down with Brittani Stone, a highly experienced certified pharmacy technician. Brittani shares her journey in the pharmaceutical industry, starting as a pharmacy tech and now serving as a Clinical Research Associate at Syneos Health. She provides valuable insights and advice for other pharmacy technicians looking to advance their care...