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PGY1 Pharmacy Residency
The University of Kansas Health System offers a 13-month post-PharmD training program. The PGY1 pharmacy residency is an organized, directed, postgraduate training program that centers on development of the knowledge, attitudes and skills needed to pursue rational drug therapy.
Residency program purpose statement
PGY1 residency programs build upon a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) education and outcomes to develop pharmacist practitioners with knowledge, skills and abilities as defined in the educational competency areas, goals and objectives. Residents who successfully complete PGY1 residency programs will be skilled in diverse patient care, practice management, leadership and education and be prepared to provide patient care, seek board certification in pharmacotherapy (i.e., BCPS), and pursue advanced education and training opportunities including postgraduate year 2 (PGY2) residencies.
PGY1 pharmacy residency program highlights
Length of program: 13 months (approximately June-July)
Number of positions: 6 PGY1 positions
Service commitment
PGY1 residents will staff clinical pharmacist shifts approximately every other weekend through January of the residency year and then approximately every fourth weekend through June of the residency year on a decentralized clinical care team. Clinical care teams are re-evaluated each residency year but may include cardiology, pediatrics, internal medicine and/or surgery. From approximately January through June of the residency year, residents will staff a supplemental resident-only 5-hour evening shift focused on the medication use process and order verification.
Teaching certificate
Teaching certificate program: PGY1 residents have the option to participate in the University of Kansas School of Pharmacy Resident Teaching Certificate.
Research
Reversed research model: PGY1 residents participate in leading 2 research projects throughout the year. Through the reversed model, PGY1 residents complete data collection/analysis and develop a poster and manuscript in the first 6 months of the program for a research project that was developed by a previous PGY1 resident. Starting in January of the residency year, PGY1 residents will develop a research question and design a research project by the end of the residency year that will be passed to the incoming PGY1 class.
Presentations
Required presentations: PGY1 residents will present 2 pharmacy grand rounds presentations throughout the year.
PGY1 residency program required learning experiences:
- Orientation
- Acute care general selective
- Acute care specialty selective
- Ambulatory care selective
- Critical care selective
- Medication-use, safety and policy
- Introduction to pharmacy leadership
- Advanced independent practice
- 3 electives
- Clinical research (longitudinal)
- Service commitment (longitudinal)
For more program details, please refer to our program manuals:
Benefits
- Annual salary: $52,000
- Benefits include PTO, paid holidays, and other benefits provided to health system employees
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The University of Kansas Health System
Pharmacy
4000 Cambridge St., Mailstop 4040
Kansas City, KS 66160
Pharmacy
4000 Cambridge St., Mailstop 4040
Kansas City, KS 66160
Meet our residents
Josh Call
Hometown: Springfield, Missouri
Pharmacy school: University of Missouri-Kansas City
Clinical staffing area: Cardiology
Research project title: Rate of Stent Thrombosis and/or Treatment Failure in low-dose versus high-dose eptifibatide bridge post-intracranial stent placement at The University of Kansas Health System
Areas of interest: Infectious Diseases, Critical Care
Why I chose The University of Kansas Health System: After my rotations as a student at The University of Kansas Health System, I got the opportunity to be immersed in an environment that provided me with invaluable teaching and learning experiences. I wanted to be challenged clinically, but also supported throughout residency and the health system has shown that it will provide me with both and more!
Kristina Hall
Hometown: Redlands and Hanford, California
Pharmacy school: Loma Linda University School of Pharmacy
Clinical staffing area: Cardiology
Research project title: Incidence of Urinary Tract Infections in Patients Taking Sodium-Glucose Cotransporter 2 Inhibitors and Subsequent Rates of Discontinuation
Areas of interest: Oncology
Why I chose The University of Kansas Health System: When searching for a residency program, I knew I wanted to be challenged by complex clinical cases, be exposed to a large variety of disease states and diverse backgrounds, and have the opportunity to be a pharmacist that practices at a high level in an interdisciplinary team. During the interview process, I could immediately tell that the health system would provide me the training I need to become a pharmacist that can provide the best care possible for patients. Additionally, all the residents and program leadership were so friendly, supportive and happy, which made me feel confident that not only would I grow as a pharmacist, but have fun doing so!
Erin Kajihiro
Hometown: Honolulu, Hawaii
Pharmacy school: Creighton University. Omaha, Nebraska
Clinical staffing area: Internal medicine
Research project title: Recurrent Venous Thromboembolism in Patients with Abbreviated vs. Full Lead-In Dosing of Apixaban or Rivaroxaban
Areas of interest: Critical care, solid organ transplant
Why I chose The University of Kansas Health System: From the start of my residency program search, I knew I wanted to train at a large academic medical center with challenging and fulfilling learning opportunities, supportive preceptors and leadership, and a diverse patient population. Pharmacists are a valued part of the multidisciplinary teams here at the health system and with excellent preceptors who genuinely care about my growth and learning, I have felt welcomed and supported since my first interactions with the pharmacy team. I am excited to continue growing into a confident clinical pharmacist alongside my co-residents while exploring my practice interests.
Allison Mermelstein
Hometown: Blue Springs, Missouri
Pharmacy school: University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Pharmacy
Clinical staffing area: Pediatrics
Research project title: Evaluation of the Efficacy and Safety of Short Versus Long Antimicrobial Therapy for the Treatment of Gram-negative Bacteremia in Patients with Hematologic Malignancies
Areas of interest: Oncology
Why I chose The University of Kansas Health System: I chose The University of Kansas Health System because I wanted to complete a residency at a large academic medical center that had a complex patient population and an extensive variety of rotations to choose from. I wanted to be an integral part of the healthcare team where pharmacists’ recommendations are welcomed and valued. During my interview, I felt comfortable and supported among the pharmacy team. The pharmacists and residents spoke to their positive experiences and expressed genuine passion for their jobs. I knew I would grow the most as a new pharmacist in a place where everyone was eager to learn, teach and grow.
Sydney Nicholls
Hometown: Hickory, North Carolina
Pharmacy school: University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy
Clinical staffing area: Internal medicine
Research project title: Comparison of clinical outcomes with ceftriaxone for Enterobacterales bacteremia in obese versus non-obese patients
Areas of interest: Psychiatry, Infectious Diseases
Why I chose The University of Kansas Health System: I chose The University of Kansas Health System because of the diverse and acute patient population this health system serves, as well as the support this program offers. I knew this program would challenge me as a clinician, provide me with the skills I'd need to practice as an independent clinical pharmacist coming out of residency, and offer me the support that I need through an amazing preceptor team. It was obvious from my interview process that I would really enjoy working with the people at this health system and that I would be challenged to grow as a pharmacist throughout my time here!
Jessica Tran
Hometown: Kansas City, Missouri
Pharmacy school: University of Missouri-Kansas City
Clinical staffing area: Surgery
Research project title: Comparative Analysis: Prophylactic Amiodarone vs. Early Discontinuation After Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting and/or Valve Surgery via Sternotomy for Prevention of Postoperative Atrial Fibrillation
Areas of interest: Oncology, Ambulatory care, infectious diseases
Why I chose The University of Kansas Health System: From my experience with The University of Kansas Health System as a student, I was drawn to the culture, innovation and extensive opportunities that are offered that I knew would allow me to grow my knowledge and skillset as a clinical pharmacist. The ability to train at a large academic medical center where I can explore my areas of interest while having the chance to provide care to patients of diverse populations was everything I was looking for in a program. Additionally, the pharmacy team was a pivotal reason why I chose the health system, with its welcoming and family-like community that created a vibrant learning environment. It is evident that the residency program, from its leadership, preceptors and mentors, provides the utmost support and cultivates a truly well-rounded learning experience.
Application information
Informational sessions
- Virtual recruitment events will be held in the fall. Details and links to these events can be found on our social media accounts (below) or by emailing the program contacts.
- Instagram: @tukhspharmres
- Facebook: @tukhspharmres
Requirements
PhORCAS residency program application
- Letter of intent
- Curriculum vitae
- College transcripts
- 3 letters of recommendation
- Supplemental materials as outlined in the ASHP residency program directory
Deadlines
- All application materials must be received via PhORCAS by due date listed on ASHP residency program directory.
- Must have a valid pharmacy license in the state of Kansas within 90 days of the start of residency.
National matching services (NMS) code: 143313
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