As a PGY1 Pharmacy Resident, you will embark on a comprehensive training program aimed at developing your clinical skills, enhancing your patient care abilities, and preparing you for a successful career in pharmacy practice. It is an intensive 12-month postgraduate year one (PGY1) pharmacy residency program (ASHP- 2023 Candidate Status). The purpose of the pharmacy Resident is to provide clinical services to the patients of the hospital, in addition to accurate, safe, efficient, and pharmaceutical services, either directly or indirectly, through the supervised efforts of supportive staff. The resident participates in a departmental training program designed to develop the knowledge and skills needed to provide pharmaceutical care, including rational pharmacotherapy and the delivery of appropriate product-related services. Rotations include Orientation, Internal Medicine I, Internal Medicine II (ICU&ID), Emergency Department, Behavior Health Department, Ambulatory Care, Poison Control Center in Tucson, Oncology, Wound Care Cardiology, Teaching Certificate through the University of Arizona, Research & Medication-Use Evaluation, Advanced Pharmacy Practice (staffing), Practice Management & Pharmacy Administration I & II.
INSTITUTION HIGHLIGHTS
Offered Positions: Two residents a year
Training Site: Canyon Vista Medical Center
Model Types: Acute Care Teaching Hospital
Total Beds: 100 beds Affiliation:
Midwestern University, College of Osteopathic Medicine
Midwestern University, College of Pharmacy
University of Arizona, College of Pharmacy Others: Level III Trauma Center
ROTATIONS (13)
*Each rotation is 2-8 weeks long
Required Rotations (8)
Orientation (6 weeks)
Internal Medicine I (8 weeks)
Internal Medicine II (8 weeks)
Emergency Medicine (4 weeks)
Behavior Health (4 weeks)
Practice Management & Pharmacy Administration I (4 weeks)
Ambulatory Care (4 weeks)
Poison Control Center in Tucson (4 weeks)
Elective Rotations (5)
Advanced emergency Medicine Practice (2 weeks)
Ambulatory Care - Oncology/Palliative Care (2 weeks)
Wound Care (2 weeks)
Practice Management & Pharmacy Administration II (4 weeks)
Repeat any core rotations
Other elective learning experiences may be developed based on resident interest and preceptor availability
LONGITUDINAL EXPERIENCES (3)
Research & Medication-Use Evaluation
Advanced Pharmacy Practice -every 3rd weekend
Pharmacy Resident Scholars in Teaching and Learning through the University of Arizona
Benefits
Salary: $63,000
Open Positions: 2 annually
Educational fund: $2000
Paid Time Off: 15 days
Earned Illness Bank (EIB): 5 days
Resident meal card for the hospital cafeteria
Residents are eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement plans, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, and more.
Please visit CVMC PGY1-Pharmacy website for more information below
https://www.canyonvistamedicalcenter.com/pharmacy
PharmD degree
Eligibility for licensure in the state of practice
Strong work ethic and commitment to learning and professional growth
Canyon Vista Medical Center(CVMC) is a 106-bed Joint Commission Accredited offering a number of specialty services. We are proud to serve our community with a Level III Trauma unit, Center of Excellence for Total Joint Replacement, Level I Nursery, American College of Radiology Accredited Facility, as well as many other state-of-the-art services to ensure our patients are cared for. We are proud to offer a wide array of services and medical specialties including acute care services, advanced wound care centers, behavioral health, cardiopulmonary services, hospice, critical care, emergency services, obstetrics & gynecology, orthopedics, and surgery. The PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Program is a 12-month postgraduate program. Our residency program strives to strengthen its residents, challenging their limits and providing guidance while working under pressure. Your knowledge of pharmacy practice will grow exponentially. Three main reasons why Canyon Vista Medical Center is the team you should join. Unique patient population: CVMC covers pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations in a rural area. This gives residents inpatient experience in various areas, especially for reside...nts who seek PGY2. Team-based work environment: Our pharmacy is extremely proud to be serving our community with team-based practices and patient-focused relationships. Individualized training: The 12-month program is tailored based on residents’ interests and goals. The program team provides structure to reach their goals, and the program director nurtures residents’ well-being and assists in building resiliency.
PGY1- Pharmacy Residency Description:
Pharmacy Resident is a licensed pharmacist in an intensive 12-month postgraduate year one (PGY1) pharmacy residency program. The purpose of the pharmacy residency program is to provide clinical services to the patients of the hospital, in addition to accurate, safe, efficient, and pharmaceutical services, either directly or indirectly, through the supervised efforts of supportive staff. At the end of the year, residents are eligible for board certification and eligible for postgraduate year two (PGY2) pharmacy residency training. The resident participates in a departmental training program designed to develop the knowledge and skills needed to provide pharmaceutical care, including rational pharmacotherapy and the delivery of appropriate product-related services, such as Internal Medicine, Intensive Care Unit, Emergency Department, Behavior Health Department, Wound Care, Ambulatory Care, Toxicology, Teaching Certificate through the University of Arizona, Research, Antimicrobial Stewardship, Hospital Pharmacy Practice (staffing), Pharmacy Management, Pharmacy Leadership and Pharmacy Orientation. Resident must progress over the course of the residency to be more efficient, effective, and able to work independently in providing direct patient care.
Learning Experiences
Core Learning Experiences (required)
•Orientation (6 weeks)
•Internal Medicine I & II
oGeneral Medicine (8 weeks)
oInfectious Disease/ Intensive Care Unit (8 weeks)
•Emergency Medicine (6 weeks)
•Behavior Health (4 weeks)
•Practice Management & Pharmacy Administration (4 weeks)
•Ambulatory Care (4 weeks)
Elective Learning Experiences
•Wound Care (2 weeks)
•Pharmacy Practice Management II (4 weeks)
•Repeat any core rotations
•In Development
oCardiology
oNephrology
oOncology
oNutrition
Longitudinal Learning Experiences (Year-round)
•Formulary Management & Medication Safety
•Research Project
•Staffing (every 3rd weekend)
•Pharmacy Resident Scholars in Teaching and Learning (PRSTL) through the University of Arizona
Application Process
NMS Match Code: 307813
The Canyon Vista Medical Center residency program participates in the ASHP-associated Pharmacy Online Residency Centralized Application Services for applications and the National Matching Service (NMS) for the residency matching process.
All components listed below must be received within PhORCAS by the appointed application deadline date, which is usually set in early January.
Requirements
Applicant letter of intent
Extracurricular and professional activities
Minimum two completed references within PhORCAS
Official transcript from an accredited college of pharmacy; transcripts will be accepted from college of Pharmacy who have been awarded Candidate accreditation status by the Accreditation Council of Pharmacy Education (ACPE)
The Interview will be offered either onsite (within 150 miles driving distance) or virtually (beyond 150 miles driving distance).
Benefits
Salary: $63,000
Open Positions: 2 annually
Educational fund: $2000
Paid Time Off: 15 days
Earned Illness Bank (EIB): 5 days
Resident meal card for hospital cafeteria
Residents are eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement plan, short-team disability, long-term disability, life insurance and more.
