Is a pharmacy technician allowed to work without supervision while dispensing?

In Connecticut, pharmacy technicians are required to work under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist when dispensing medications. This means that a pharmacist must be physically present and overseeing the activities of the technician to ensure the safe and accurate dispensing of medications. The necessity for supervision is grounded in the need to maintain patient safety and ensure compliance with legal standards in pharmaceutical practice.

Policies and regulations in many states, including Connecticut, are designed to prevent any potential errors in the medication dispensing process, which could have serious consequences for patient care. As such, pharmacy technicians cannot independently dispense medications or perform any pharmacy-related activities without the oversight of a qualified pharmacist. The framework of supervision not only supports adherence to regulatory mandates but also helps to provide a system of checks and balances within the pharmacy workflow.