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7/22/2025 - Start Your Pharmacy Career: How to Get Licensed as a Pharmacy Assistant in Washington State

If you’re considering a job in healthcare or pharmacy, getting started is easier than you might think. In Washington State, becoming a Pharmacy Assistant is a quick and accessible first step—no previous experience or formal training is required.

At Olympic Pharmacy, we hire and train Pharmacy Assistants and help them grow into long-term pharmacy careers. Whether you're returning to the workforce or just starting out, this credential opens the door to on-the-job learning and future advancement.

How to Get Licensed

Step 1: Visit the DOH Pharmacy Professions Licensing Information page (link)

Step 2: Scroll down to Pharmacy Assistant

Step 3: Review Registration Requirements and Fee Schedule

Step 4: Complete your application Online (paper application)

Step 5: Pay the fee and submit our application

Step 6: Wait for processing (usually takes 2-6 weeks)

Step 7: Start working at an approved pharmacy site once licensed & hired!

“We support our entry-level team members by helping them understand licensing and what comes next—many go on to become Certified Pharmacy Technicians.” – Olympic Pharmacy HR Team

📄 Download our Licensing Checklist (PDF)

3/26/2025 - Joe’s Last Day

Congratulations, Joe! 🎉

After 19 ½ years of dedicated service at Olympic Pharmacy & Healthcare, Joe is retiring! His kindness, expertise, and unwavering commitment to helping others have left a lasting impact on our team and the community.

"Successful is the person who leaves the world better than they found it, who never fails to look for the best in others or GIVES THE BEST of themselves."

Joe, you have truly embodied this every day. Thank you for your years of hard work and the difference you’ve made in so many lives. Wishing you a joyful and fulfilling retirement—you’ve earned it! 💙

2/7/2025 - Night to Shine

We were honored to support Night to Shine Pierce County at the Gig Harbor YMCA. As proud sponsors of the Karaoke Room, we got to witness some amazing performances, big smiles, and pure joy as guests sang their hearts out!

2/3/2025 - America's Pharmacist magazine

🎉 Congratulations to our incredible Pharmacy Manager, Jennifer Hightower, for being featured in America's Pharmacist magazine! 🎉 Jennifer’s dedication, leadership, and passion for patient care make a lasting impact on our community every day. We’re so proud to see her hard work recognized on a national level!

1/9/2025 - Metagenics Store

Introducing Olympic’s Metagenics Wellness Supplement Online Store! Now you can place your order for these hi quality supplements online and have them shipped right to your house. Enjoy discounted pricing on these functional nutrition supplements. Make nutrition a first line therapy in the prevention and treatment of disease and the promotion of optimal health!

11/26/2024 - Year-End Sale Alert!

Starting this Friday—Black Friday—elevate your comfort with Golden Lift Chairs at unbeatable prices!

  • 15% OFF on In-Stock Models

  • 10% OFF on Custom Orders

Experience the lift you deserve and enjoy a perfect blend of style, comfort, and functionality.

👉 Don’t miss this limited-time opportunity!

Check out an insightful article by our Sales Manager, Andrew Snell, below, highlighting the many benefits of power lift chairs.

11/18/2024 - Gig Harbor's Annual Giving Tree

The holiday spirit has arrived at our pharmacy! We’re proud to participate in the Gig Harbor's Annual Giving Tree, sponsored by the Gig Harbor Lions Club. Stop by, select a gift tag, and make a child’s Christmas wish come true. Drop off gifts by December 13 and help spread holiday cheer to those in need!

11/6/2024 - The Medical Benefits of Power Lift Chairs - Andrew Snell, Olympic Sales Manager

Power lift chairs have become increasingly popular, particularly among the elderly and individuals with mobility challenges. These specialized chairs offer a range of medical benefits that can significantly improve quality of life. Here are some key reasons to consider a power lift chair from a medical perspective…

Santa is coming!

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10/17/2024 - Check out this informative Compass and Clock article on food and drug interactions by Dr. Sean Valdez, PharmD

10/5/2024 - Ostomy Awareness and Vendor Fair

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9/22/2024 - Here and Now Meet up

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7/23/2024 - We are thrilled to announce that Austin Schindele has achieved a remarkable milestone by becoming an Assistive Technology Professional (ATP)! This certification is a testament to Austin’s dedication and passion for empowering individuals through innovative technology solutions.

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6/23/2024 - Join us for the annual Here and Now Project 5K!

5/15/2024 - Big Congratulations to Matthew Hallstrom on earning his Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) certification! We want to acknowledge the dedication and hard work that went into obtaining this credential. The ATP certification signifies Matthew's demonstrated competence in analyzing the needs of consumers with disabilities, assisting in the selection of appropriate assistive technology, and providing training in the use of the selected devices.

Once again, congratulations! Your achievement is well-deserved and will undoubtedly have a meaningful impact on the lives of countless individuals.

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5/1/2024 - We are in-network with all plans under the Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of WA.

4/27/2024 - Compass and Clock Medsync article

4/24/2024 - Olympic hosts ventilator training for Home Health nurses.

3/4/2024 – Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBM) reform. Urge Congress to pass common sense measures to address PBM practices that inflate prescription drug costs for patients and limit patient pharmacy access.

2/9/2024 — Olympic sponsors Night to Shine at Gig Harbor YMCA.

2/1/2024 — Tacoma Community College (TCC) Love Your Future Healthcare Career featuring a panel of industry leaders including our own Respiratory Manager and HR Coordinator.

12/15 & 16/2023 — Santa is coming to Olympic! Photo links were emailed out on 12/21/2023. Any questions, please email information@olympicpharmacy.com.

12/15/2023 — Express Scripts mailed out letters to customers with misinformation stating that Olympic was scheduled to be removed from the Express Scripts Network. Customers can disregard this letter, as Olympic remains In-Network with Express Scripts.

11/07/2023 — Olympic now offers Continuous Glucose Monitors and Supplies to patients with Medicare.

9/14/2023 — Opioid emergencies can happen anytime, anywhere. Narcan Nasal Spray can save a life. Now available at Olympic.

06/25/2023— Excited to partner with Here and Now for their 4th Annual 5K Today at Rogers High School!

05/04/2023— Senate Bill 5218 was signed by the Governor providing a sales and use tax exemption for complex rehabilitation technology products. We are happy to have been part of this collaborative effort to pass this Bill.

01/09/2023— Voted best Wellness Services in Gig Harbor

Gig Harbor's finest 2022 winners

11/28/2022— Tricare Prescription Network Cuts

11/01/2022— Tracheostomy Tube Shortages

10/31/2022 — Wheelchair Costumes Delight Girls