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A podiatrist inspecting feet

My job as a Clinical Lead Podiatrist at Spectrum Health

Sylvia Wild Marcos shares her journey as a CORU-registered Podiatrist at Spectrum Health, discussing patient care, leadership, training, and life in Ireland.
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What Key Skills Do You Need as a Care Assistant?

What Key Skills Do You Need as a Care Assistant?

Healthcare Assistants are selfless people who often work in a demanding environment. To be successful in this career, you need to possess a variety of skills and personal qualities.
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Guide To The Pharmacy Technician Training Programme

Pharmacy Techs are among the best paid workers in Ireland’s healthcare industry. Although it can take years of training and a lot of dedication, the reward is a good salary and bright prospects.
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Care Assistant holding patient's hands

What Are The Main Roles And Responsibilities Of A Care Assistant?

The work of a Care Assistant in Ireland can be both rewarding and challenging. This profession requires a particular type of person with a specific set of qualifications and skills.
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Things You Need to Know Before Becoming a Pharmacy Technician

You may know that they work in a pharmacy, but do you know what the role of Pharmacy Technician actually entails?
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A Typical Day In The Life Of A Pharmacy Technician

A Typical Day In The Life Of A Pharmacy Technician

This article will explain the everyday duties, responsibilities and tasks of a Pharmacy Technician.
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Pharmacy Technician sorting medications

Retail and Hospital Pharmacies: Understanding The Difference As A Pharmacy Tech

In Ireland, Pharmacy Technicians generally work in either retail or hospital settings. In fact, many would prefer to work in a hospital pharmacy due to the better salary and benefits on offer.
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What Is The Difference Between A Pharmacist And  Pharmacy Technician?

What Is The Difference Between A Pharmacist And Pharmacy Technician?

Do Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians perform the same role? Well, although they share some similarities, there is a significant difference between a Pharmacist and a Pharmacy Technician.
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Pharmacy Technician talking to a customer

What Are The Benefits Of Becoming A Pharmacy Technician?

Are you interested in becoming a Pharmacy Technician? This is one medical profession where you won’t have to wear scrubs. Instead, the role involves delivering appropriate care and advice to patients
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