EASYUNI Ultimate University Guide 2013 Issue 4 | Page 13

CO U R S E S & C A REERS According to 2012 data from the US’ Bureau of Labour Statistics: Working Conditions Pharmacists work in clean, ventilated and well-lit areas. However, they might have to spend much of their time on their feet and barely sit down. When pharmacists are working with sterile of dangerous products, they have to wear gloves and, sometimes, even masks and other special protective equipment. 51 per cent of pharmacists work at pharmacies and drug stores. It is extremely common for pharmacists to work not only during the day, but at night, weekends and sometimes holidays, especially in community hospitals and pharmacies. Consulting pharmacists sometimes travel to nursing homes or similar facilities to monitor the drug therapies of certain patients. 51% 6% 7% 27% 27 pe ȁ