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Tired of traditional pharmacy roles? Meet Dr. Steve Aluoch, the PharmD who might be behind some of your favourite drug commercials on TV. In this episode, Steve shares how he transformed his clinical background into a six-figure medical communications career, earning $80K-$180K+ while working remotely with global pharmaceutical companies. Discover what medical communications really is, the day-to-day life of a medical writer, exact salary ranges by experience level, and Steve's step-by-step path from dispensing medications to creating compelling content that reaches millions. If you're a pharmacist looking for creativity, better work-life balance, and higher earning potential, this non-traditional career path might be your perfect pivot.🎯 In This Episode:What medical communications professionals actually doSteve's journey from pharmacy technician to creative directorSalary breakdown: $80K-$200K+ depending on levelEntry-level roles perfect for pharmacistsHow to build your writing portfolio and break into the industry
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