What is the pharmacist to technician ratio in an outpatient hospital setting?

In Connecticut, in an outpatient hospital setting, the pharmacist to technician ratio is set at 2:1. This means that for every pharmacist employed in the outpatient setting, there may be up to two pharmacy technicians working under their supervision. This ratio is designed to ensure that pharmacists can effectively manage their workload while maintaining patient safety and providing comprehensive pharmacy services.

This specific ratio reflects a balance between having enough support staff to assist with the operational duties of the pharmacy, such as preparing and dispensing medications, while still allowing the pharmacist to maintain direct oversight of these processes. A higher ratio could potentially compromise the quality of supervision and patient care because it may overextend the pharmacist's ability to monitor technician activities effectively.

The establishment of this regulation helps maintain a standard of care in outpatient settings, ensuring that patients receive the appropriate level of attention and that the pharmacy functions efficiently.