A career as an orthopedic nurse is an excellent choice for individuals with a strong interest in orthopedics and providing care to a variety of patients. Orthopedic nurses must have a solid understanding of the care and treatment of many different musculoskeletal disorders.
A Pharmacy Technician earns an average wage of $12.14 per hour. The skills that increase pay for this job the most are Long Term Care and Systems Computer/Console Operations. People in this job generally don't have more than 20 years' experience.
Starting pay for pharmacy technicians can vary significantly depending on the area of the country and the type of establishment. On the lower end, Walter State Community College reports that starting salaries for pharmacy technicians in East Tennessee range from $7 to $9 an hour. Graduates of Southeast Community College in Nebraska report average starting salaries of $11.50 an hour to the college.