{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Episode 108 - Exploring Career Paths With Alexander Carter","description":"In this episode of CPhT Connect, host Mike Johnston sits down with Alexander Carter, BCSCPT, CPhT, an Implementation Specialist at Pharmacy Stars, to explore how a career built on curiosity, persistence, and continual growth can open unexpected doors. From his start as an \u201caccidental technician\u201d to leading compliance implementations for hospitals across the U.S. and Canada, Alex shares how each career step, from sterile compounding and home infusion to automation and software, was driven by taking initiative and saying \u201cyes\u201d to opportunities before it felt comfortable. He opens up about:   Moving from hospital sterile compounding to home infusion and eventually into leadership and technology roles.   How perseverance, communication, and knowing your value can shape career advancement.   His work with the Indiana Pharmacy Association Technician Council aims to elevate the voices and engagement of technicians&amp;nbsp;statewide.   The evolution of compounding compliance technology and how tools like Compounding360 simplify documentation, training, and USP compliance across multi-site systems.   Why \u201ctaking chances\u201d and building genuine professional connections, especially through platforms like LinkedIn, can change the trajectory of your career.   Alex\u2019s story is a testament to the power of stepping out of your comfort zone and shaping your own professional path. Whether you\u2019re just starting your pharmacy journey or looking to specialize, this episode will inspire you to take that next leap forward. LinkedIn: Alexander Carter, BCSCPT, CPhT Organization: Pharmacy Stars \u2013 Compounding360 ","author_name":"CPhT Connect The Podcast with Mike Johnston, CPhT-Adv","author_url":"http:\/\/rxmike.libsyn.com\/website","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/38509005\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/193968290"}