Pharmacy Tech Pay: The Truth Behind the NumbersIn this episode of Pharmacy Tech Unfiltered, host Elena Rutka (CPhT) breaks down the real story behind stagnant wages, broken raise systems, and the hidden truth no one tells you about pharmacy tech compensation.If you’ve ever wondered:👉 “Why am I training new hires who make the same (or more) than me?”👉 “What did that certification actually get me?”👉 “Is it just me… or is the math not mathing?”You’re not imagining it. And you’re not alone.Elena shares real-life stories from techs in retail, hospital, and compounding settings — and delivers a raw, honest look at how the system rewards loyalty with burnout… and offers little in return.You’ll also learn:✔️ How to spot the pay trap✔️ Why loyalty is being exploited✔️ Where to pivot — with specific job ideas outside of pharmacy✔️ Resume tips and skills that open better doors✔️ Why you’re not one more certification away from being respectedIf you're tired of being underpaid, overlooked, and overworked — this episode will validate what you’re feeling and give you a real plan to start moving forward.👇 COMMENT “ENOUGH” if this episode hit home 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with the tech who’s too tired to keep waiting for a raise.Because you’re not stuck. You’re strategic. Let’s go.00:00 – Introduction and Episode Overview00:41 – A Heartfelt Letter from a Veteran Tech02:27 – The Harsh Reality of Tech Pay04:03 – The Myth of Stable Healthcare Pay05:16 – The Broken System of Raises08:56 – Exploring New Opportunities09:46 – Actionable Steps for Change11:46 – Conclusion and Final Thoughts*************************************************************Welcome to my channel — I’m Elena Rutka, creator of Pharmacy Tech Unfiltered—your go-to for real talk, tools, and pivot tips for techs who are over the drama and ready to do more with their skills. I spent years in the pharmacy world—from the chaos of retail to the strict structure of sterile compounding—and I’ve lived the burnout, the invisibility, and the hustle firsthand. This channel is where I share what I’ve learned and what I wish someone told me earlier. Subscribe for honest conversations, career strategies, and the support you didn’t know you needed—but absolutely deserve.#pharmacytechnician #pharmacy #pharmacylife