The PGY1 Community-Based Pharmacy Residency is a one-year program that develops pharmacists to lead in specialty pharmacy practice. Focused on health system specialty pharmacy, our program offers hands-on experience in managing complex medication regimens, clinical pharmacy, operations, and teaching.
Residents emerge as confident, autonomous pharmacists, adept at enhancing medication adherence and promoting evidence-based care in ambulatory and specialty pharmacy settings.
"I chose Shields Health Solutions because of their leadership in integrated care and commitment to patient-centered innovation, offering a unique opportunity to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and develop expertise in managing complex medication regimens. This residency program will equip me with the experience and expertise necessary to excel in a clinical setting, ultimately empowering me to deliver the highest standard of care to patients with complex conditions."
-Vi Thi Phuong Nguyen
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CONTACT INFORMATION
PGY1 Community-Based Residency Program Director
Email: pryan@shieldsrx.com
Orientation (4 weeks)
Outpatient Specialty Pharmacy (6 weeks)
Outpatient Specialty Pharmacy (advanced) (6 weeks)
Population Health (6 weeks)
Business Development and Health System Experience (6 weeks)
Healthcare Outcomes and Data Analytics (6 weeks)
What we offer
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Shields PGY1
Community-Based Residency
In specialty pharmacy
Program Description
Start Date
July 1, 2025
duration:
1 year
Number of positions:
1 Position Available
Estimated Stipend:
$55,000
national match code:
13925
Benefits information:
12 paid days off (vacation, personal, and sick time)
8 paid holidays
Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, and life insurance, health savings account, 401K plan)
Paid travel to two professional meetings (travel, accommodations, and conference fees)
The PGY1 Community-Based Pharmacy Residency conducted by Shields Health Solutions, Stoughton, MA, has an accreditation candidate status with ASHP.
Patrick Ryan
Core Learning Experiences
Elective
Program Structure
Elective Learning Experiences
Clinical Quality Improvement & Management (4 weeks)
Specialty Pharmacy Accreditation (6 weeks)
Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist: Transplant (6 weeks)
Administration and Leadership (6 weeks)
Logitudinal Learning Experiences
Project Management and Research
Staffing (with on-call)
Professional Presentations
Application Requirements and Information
Application Deadline: January 7, 2025
Letter
of Intent
3 Professional
letters of
recommendation*
Complete
Application
Up-to-date transcript
*Ideally: Two references from preceptors who can speak of your clinical abilities and one from your pharmacy employer.
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The PGY1 Community-Based Pharmacy Residency is a one-year program that develops pharmacists to lead in specialty pharmacy practice. Focused on health system specialty pharmacy, our program offers hands-on experience in managing complex medication regimens, clinical pharmacy, operations, and teaching.
Residents emerge as confident, autonomous pharmacists, adept at enhancing medication adherence and promoting evidence-based care in ambulatory and specialty pharmacy settings.
3 Professional Letters of Recommendation*
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Complete Application
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CV
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Up-to-date Transcript
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