Pharmacist Retention Starts From Day One

In the last article of this series, you recognized how important it is to set mutual expectations with your new hire, and to check in with them frequently, especially during the training period. This can save you from misunderstandings down the road, both in how you expect someone to perform actual functions and in the attitude or the pharmacy/clinic/hospital’s culture you’d like them to imbibe.  It will ultimately lead to retention of happy employees.  Studies show that one main reason why pharmacists leave their positions is because of management.  Setting the tone for a strong relationship with your staff from the beginning is key to preventing that.  Read on for more tips on setting expectations, how frequently to meet with your new hire, and questions to ask your new hire during the training period to set the stage for their retention.

How frequently to meet with your new pharmacist hire:
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