Pharmacy Resident Walgreens Gulf Port MS
Walgreens
Summary
The Walgreens PGY1 Community-Based Pharmacy Residency Program aims to develop advanced community pharmacists who will provide direct patient care to a variety of patient populations, collaborate with other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes, and incorporate patient care activities into the daily workflow of a community pharmacy.
Job description
Job Description
The Walgreens PGY1 Community-Based Pharmacy Residency Program aims to develop advanced community pharmacists who will provide direct patient care to a variety of patient populations, collaborate with other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes, and incorporate patient care activities into the daily workflow of a community pharmacy.
This PGY1 residency experience is based out of a Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy and multiple other Walgreens pharmacies in the Gulf Port, MS area. Longitudinal learning experiences offer the resident the opportunity to practice continuously throughout the year in focused, direct patient care areas such as specialty pharmacy, medication and disease state management, routine and other immunizations, travel health, and clinical practice management. The resident will further develop patient care and management skills and knowledge while working directly with community pharmacist leaders.
Resident Activities
- Develop collaborative programs to improve patient adherence and outcomes
- Provide medication therapy management and patient counseling across multiple patient populations
- Deliver preventative health services including routine immunization, off-site immunization clinics, and health coaching consultations
- Provide travel health consultations and administer vaccines
- Deliver chronic disease state management education and action plans to multiple patient populations
- Develop pharmacy practice management skills
- Provide services for patients taking specialty medications for HIV, hepatitis C, and other conditions
- Lead patient-centered dispensing at a local Walgreens
- Participate in community outreach
- Assist as a preceptor of student pharmacists
- Design and conduct a practice-based research project then present research project findings at a professional conference
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
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- 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.