Pharmacy Resident Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy, Minnesota MN
Walgreens
Summary
The Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy PGY1 Community-Based Pharmacy Residency Program will prepare community-based practitioners capable of developing, providing, and advancing patient care services in any practice setting with a specific focus on patients with complex specialty disease states. The residency program is conducted across two Walgreens Specialty Pharmacies in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Job description
Program Overview
The Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy PGY1 Community-Based Pharmacy Residency Program will prepare community-based practitioners capable of developing, providing, and advancing patient care services in any practice setting with a specific focus on patients with complex specialty disease states. The residency program is conducted across two Walgreens Specialty Pharmacies in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Resident Activities
- Disease state management programs in HIV/AIDS, oncology, organ transplant, hepatitis C, and other specialty disease states
- Medication therapy management
- Specialty medication monitoring and follow-up
- Pharmacist-administered immunizations
- Development of health and wellness programs
- Community outreach programs
- Design and conduct a practice-based research project and present findings at appropriate regional and national professional meetings
- Write a business plan for a new or improved service
- Develop and conduct a continuous quality improvement project
- Draft a collaborative practice protocol
- Execute marketing strategy for the promotion of patient care services
- Provide clinical instruction to student pharmacists
- Opportunity to participate in a teaching certificate program
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)
- 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.