Working Conditions for Pharmacy aidesPharmacy aides work in clean, organized, well-lighted, and well-ventilated areas. Most of their workday is spent on their feet. They may be required to lift heavy boxes or to use stepladders to retrieve supplies from high shelves. Aides work the same hours that pharmacists work. These include evenings, nights, weekends, and some holidays. Because some hospital and retail pharmacies are open 24 hours a day, aides may work varying shifts. There are many opportunities for part-time work in both retail and hospital settings. More information on Pharmacy aides from The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook Overview of Pharmacy aides occupation Number of Pharmacy aides in the U.S. Salary and earnings for Pharmacy aides Working conditions for Pharmacy aides Significant points for Pharmacy aides Training requirements for Pharmacy aides Labor Information Home | Occupational data by city | Search Rainforests | Madagascar | What's new |