
Good Job New Mexico features funny, personal, and informative conversations with New Mexico workers from all walks of life about the various jobs they’ve worked, how they’ve gotten to where they are, where they might be headed, and some of their weirdest, most intriguing and inspiring stories, sprinkled with just the right amount of advice and tips for the workplace.
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Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
Pharmacist: An Unexpected Career Journey
Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
In this episode of Good Job, New Mexico, hosts Stacy Johnston and Leonardo Castaneda talk with Julie Cherian, a pharmacist with over 20 years of service at the Raymond G. Murphy Department of Veteran Affairs Medical Center. Julie shares how her original dream of becoming an archaeologist shifted toward pharmacy, and how that unexpected turn led to a long and fulfilling career.
Julie’s story is a powerful reminder that the path to your dream job isn’t always direct. She discusses how embracing comfort and stability opened unexpected doors, leading to a passion for serving veterans through healthcare. Her journey offers insight for anyone considering a career change, exploring pharmacy, or looking to find purpose in their work.

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