Cincinnati-based Mercy Health and Toledo (Ohio) Public Schools have partnered to launch a pharmacy technician training program for high school students in Toledo, according to an April 17 report by WTOL11.
The program enables students to earn a pharmacy technician trainee license while gaining hands-on experience in hospital pharmacies across Mercy Health’s system. It is designed to prepare students for careers after graduation while helping address regional workforce needs.
The inaugural class included four students, with plans to expand enrollment to about 24 students next year.
Mercy Health President Bob Baxter said the initiative aims to address healthcare workforce shortages by building a pipeline of locally trained talent.
At the Becker's 11th Annual IT + Revenue Cycle Conference: The Future of AI & Digital Health, taking place September 14–17 in Chicago, healthcare executives and digital leaders from across the country will come together to explore how AI, interoperability, cybersecurity, and revenue cycle innovation are transforming care delivery, strengthening financial performance, and driving the next era of digital health. Apply for complimentary registration now.
