Program description
The focus of the PGY1 pharmacy residency program at Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center is to develop clinical pharmacists who are able to provide optimal patient care and improve patient outcomes. Upon graduation, the resident should demonstrate professional leadership skills and ability to function as a competent practitioner in a variety of pharmacy practice areas and roles.
The residency program at Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center provides a strong clinical foundation while allowing flexibility to meet the needs and interests of individual residents. The program goals, objectives, and evaluation processes are established in accordance to ASHP standards.
Pharmacy PGY1 curriculum
| Required Rotations
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| Cardiology
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| Infectious diseases
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| Internal medicine (2)
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| Medical critical care
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| Critical care elective
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| Administration
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| Required Longitudinal Rotations
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| Practice management
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| Medication safety
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| Medication use evaluation
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| Research project
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| Seminar
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| Service commitment (2)
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| Teaching
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| Teaching certificate through Shenandoah School of Pharmacy
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| Mentor and co-precept P4 pharmacy students
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| Service Leadership
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| Every other weekend staffing, alternating between first and second shift. Service includes functioning as lead pharmacist or verification pharmacist. Compensation of one weekday will be allowed for every weekend worked.
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| Service on hospital and department committees
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Benefits
| Stipend
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| $48,000
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| Leave Availability
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| 10 days + 5 additional days for post-graduate employment interviews
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| Health Insurance
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| Medical insurance provided with low monthly premium
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| Vision and dental insurance available with low monthly premium
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| Child Care
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| On-site child care offered with a monthly cost (Forsyth Medical Center and Presbyterian Medical Center only)
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| Discounts
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| Employee discount program offers discounts on services and products from both local and national businesses
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| Parking
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| On-site parking provided free of charge
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| Professional Development
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| Support available for the ASHP midyear meeting, UNC Research in Education and Practice Symposium, and various CE programs
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| Additional Items
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| Office space provided with computer
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| One personalized lab coat
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| Access to online and hospital libraries
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| Note that some travel may be required for rotations
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