Pharmacy Resident Sullivan University
Walgreens
Summary
This residency program opportunity allows for pharmacists to enhance their skill set in the community and specialty pharmacy setting. The primary residency practice site is a community-based specialty pharmacy in Louisville, Kentucky. The pharmacy team services patients with many disease states including oncology, transplant, chronic inflammatory diseases, HIV and HCV. The community pharmacists at this site work closely with providers, patients, and the community to provide optimal drug therapy for patients. Residents gain insights on management issues that can affect the implementation of patient care services in the community and specialty pharmacy settings.
Job description
The program is academically affiliated with Sullivan University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. The resident will complete a teaching certificate program and will assist in teaching opportunities and precepting experiences for the Sullivan University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. The residency program graduates will be leaders in the pharmacy community and will have an active role in advancing community pharmacy practice. A graduate from this residency program would be viewed to possess equivalent experience and skills to seek a pharmacy manager position within a specialty pharmacy location or a traditional community pharmacy practice site.
Resident Activities
- Provide personalized, comprehensive care to patients with complex conditions such as oncology, transplant, chronic inflammatory disease, hepatitis C, and HIV/AIDS
- Assist in delivery of medication education to patients
- Perform medication therapy management
- Recommend and administer vaccines
- Perform patient centered dispensing
- Participate in community service events
- Design, conduct, and present a practice based residency project at a professional conference
- Develop relationships skills needed in health system pharmacy and specialty pharmacy
- Educate providers and payers on community-based specialty services
- Development of collaborative programs to improve patient adherence and outcomes
- Evaluate the sustainability of new patient care programs
- Enhance existing patient care programs
- Complete a teaching certificate program
- Serve as preceptor and instructor to pharmacy students at the site and college of pharmacy
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
- Health Insurance
- Professional Development
- Teaching Certificate Program
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.