Pharmacy Technician Profile

Measures behavioral characteristics identified as important in a pharmacy technician. Norms are general population at this time.

Scales

Attention to Detail

Measures the degree to which the individual can quickly and accurately compare two strings of letters and/or numbers much like tasks that involve verifying information. This ability is important for most clerical jobs. It is also appropriate for jobs that require proofing tasks.

Candidness

Measures the degree to which the individual is likely to be candid and accurate in his/her responses and is therefore not trying to outsmart the test in an effort to present him/herself in a more favorable light. The results of this scale should be used as a "red flag" to make you aware that some candidates may be trying to "fake" the test. For example, if a candidate scores High on the behavioral scales in this assessment and they score Low on Candidness, there is the chance that he was able to elevate his/her scores on the assessment by trying to make him/herself look good. High behavioral scale scores that are accompanied by Low Candidness scores warrants some additional follow-up during the interview or reference checks to confirm the candidate's behavioral scale scores are in line with his/her previous work history.

Can-Do Attitude

Measures the degree to which the individual consistently approaches work duties and projects with a positive attitude. Is always optimistic. Seldom worries and always exhibits a positive demeanor.

Customer Care

Measures the degree to which the individual is friendly, service oriented and builds customer relationships. They are likely to go out of his/her way to assist customers.

Kindness

Measures the degree to which the individual is caring, empathetic and generous towards others.

Reliability

Measures the degree to which the individual is likely to be dependable, hardworking and conscientious about the quality of his/her work.

Responsibility

Measures the degree to which the individual is likely to be dependable, stable, takes responsibility for his/her actions and as a result, is not likely to have attendance problems. This characteristic is appropriate for all jobs.

Rules Compliance

Measures the degree to which the individual is likely to follow company policies and adhere to rules and procedures established by management. This characteristic is appropriate for most, if not all jobs, with special emphasis on jobs requiring much trust (e.g., bank teller, cashier) and positions of authority (security guards, police officers).

Team Care

Measures the degree to which the individual is likely to be flexible and compromising in all aspects of his or her work relationships, including working cooperatively with coworkers and customers.

Trustworthiness

Measures the degree to which the individual is likely to be honest and trusting of others. This characteristic is important for most, if not all jobs with special emphasis on cash handling jobs and jobs involving confidential or sensitive information.

Industries

Healthcare

Healthcare encompasses many varied occupations in hospitals, long term care, rehab, mental health, research, and laboratories. Individuals may provide planning, managing and providing therapeutic services, diagnostic services, health information, support services and biotechnology research and development. This includes practitioners, Technicians and support staff to serve both humans and animals.