Pharmacy Resident Purdue University
Walgreens
Summary
This residency program is a training opportunity for pharmacists to enhance their skill set in the community pharmacy setting with a focus on complex specialty disease states. Graduates will possess the necessary skills needed to secure positions in specialty pharmacy, ambulatory care practice settings, management opportunities, and academia.
Job description
The residency program is conducted across three Walgreens Specialty Pharmacies and two ambulatory care clinics in Indianapolis, IN. These locations offer a variety of innovative clinical pharmacy services to patients who are prescribed complex therapies. At these sites, the resident will work closely with providers and patients to provide affordable specialty drug therapies for patients. Additionally, residents participate and serve patients through community outreach. Other experiences include developing leadership skills through being involved with practice management/advancement. Lastly, the resident gains experience in the delivery of clinical services, conducting research, precepting students, and participating in a teaching certification.
Residency Activities
- Disease state management programs in oncology, chronic inflammatory diseases, HCV, HIV, transplant, and others with Limited Distribution Drug (LDD) therapies
- Ambulatory care clinic rotations
- Volunteer in an underserved ambulatory care clinic
- Medication therapy management services
- Community outreach supporting public health
- Pharmacist administered vaccines
- Develop management and medication distribution skill set
- Design and conduct a practice-based research project
- Design and conduct a patient centered business plan
- Complete a teaching certificate program
- Serve as a preceptor to pharmacy students
- Participation in local, state, and national organizations
- Unique Medication Safety elective
Requirements
- Doctor of Pharmacy degree from a college or school of pharmacy accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education
- Ability to obtain pharmacist license within the state of residency within the licensure requirement deadline
- Submission of residency application materials to Pharmacy Online Residency Centralized Application Service (PhORCAS)
- Individuals must participate in and adhere to the rules of the ASHP Resident Matching Program
- Certified Immunizer or willing to become an immunizer within 90 days of hire
Benefits
- 401(k) Matching
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Paid Time Off
Company overview
Walgreens is one of the largest retail pharmacy chains in the United States and a key component of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc., a global leader in retail pharmacy, wholesale, and healthcare. Founded in 1901, Walgreens operates approximately 9,000 retail locations across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The company provides comprehensive pharmacy services, prescription fulfillment, over-the-counter medications, health and wellness products, and personal care items. Beyond traditional retail pharmacy, Walgreens has expanded into healthcare services through its Healthcare Clinics, offering basic medical services, vaccinations, and health testing. The company plays a critical role in the U.S. healthcare system by providing accessible medication management, immunization services, and health consultations to millions of customers daily. Walgreens also operates specialty pharmacy services and has developed digital health platforms to enhance patient engagement and medication adherence.