UMass Memorial Medical Center (UMMMC) is an 800+ bed academic medical center and is part of UMass Memorial Health, the largest health care system in Central Massachusetts. We are the clinical partner of UMass Chan Medical School, with access to the latest technology, research, and clinical trials. The Medical Center consists of three campuses in Worcester, MA: University, Memorial, and Hahnemann Campus. Our programs are committed to training that respects the diversity of our residents and our patient population with an emphasis on professional development and wellness.

The PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Program is a yearlong, accredited program designed to build on Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) education and outcomes to contribute to the development of clinical pharmacists responsible for medication-related care of patients with a wide range of conditions, eligible for board certification, and eligible for postgraduate year two (PGY2) pharmacy residency training.  
 
Over the course of the year, residents will have the opportunity to provide high-level pharmaceutical care in a variety of patient care settings and gain experience in the management of acutely ill patients. Residents will also lead a research project, strengthen their communication skills through formal and informal presentations in a variety of settings, participate in various interdisciplinary hospital committees, and complete a teaching certificate program. Teaching opportunities are provided through regional colleges of pharmacy as well as our affiliated medical school. Residents are supported throughout the year through a formal mentor program. Following PGY1 residency training, many of the graduates of the program have gone on to faculty positions or clinical pharmacist roles, while others have chosen to pursue PGY2 specialty residency training.

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Prerequisites and Licensure

• Candidates must be PharmD graduates of an accredited college of pharmacy
• Be eligible for Massachusetts licensure, with successful completion of NAPLEX and MPJE by September 30^th

Application Information

To apply, the following items must be submitted through PhORCAS to be considered for an on-site or virtual interview by January 2^nd:

• Letter of intent
• Curriculum vitae
• Three references (at least 1 from a clinical preceptor preferred)
• Official college transcripts

About PGY1 Pharmacy Residency

UMass Memorial Medical Center (UMMMC) is an 800+ bed academic medical center and is part of UMass Memorial Health Care, the largest health care system in Central Massachusetts. We are the clinical partner of UMass Medical School, with access to the latest technology, research and clinical trials. The Medical Center consists of three campuses in Worcester, MA: University Campus, Memorial Campus, and Hahnemann Campus.

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