Western New England University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and Walgreens
PGY1 Community-Based Pharmacy Residency Program, Springfield MA
PGY1 residency programs build upon Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) education and outcomes to develop pharmacist practitioners with knowledge, skills, and abilities as defined in the educational competency areas, goals, and objectives. Residents who successfully complete PGY1 residency programs will be skilled in diverse patient care, practice management, leadership, and education, and be prepared to provide patient care, seek board certification in pharmacotherapy (i.e., BCPS), and pursue advanced education and training opportunities including postgraduate year two (PGY2) residencies.
The Community-Based Pharmacy Residency Program affiliated with Western New England University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and Walgreens is designed to provide the resident with a structured education and training experience. The mission of our residency is to provide postgraduate training that enables residents to build on their professional skills, achieve their professional goals, and become a leader within the profession. The resident will develop expertise in medication therapy management (MTM), chronic disease state management, as well as initiate, implement, and maintain collaborative working relationships within the community.
This 54-week full time residency will provide an opportunity for the pharmacist to practice at the Western New England University College of Pharmacy Community Patient Care Center and two Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy sites in Springfield and Florence, Massachusetts. Patient care duties include collaborating with other health care providers to improve patient outcomes, providing comprehensive medication regimen reviews, educating patients and providers, as well as counseling regarding medications and/or chronic conditions. The resident will be expected to design, plan, and implement community screening events. Academic opportunities include small group discussions as well as large didactic lectures. The resident will co-precept Introductory and Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiential learners from Western New England University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. Upon completion of this program, the resident will have developed the knowledge and skills necessary to advance the practice of pharmacy and become a leader in the profession and within Walgreens.
Residency Activities
• Medication Therapy Management
• Develop and implement health and wellness programs
• Administer immunizations
• Conduct community outreach programs
• Design and implement a practice-based research project
• Present research findings at regional and national professional meetings with subsequent publication
• Teach and precept learners at the College and pharmacy
• Care for patients longitudinally in a clinic environment
Residency Program Benefits
• Competitive stipend and comprehensive medical plan
• Travel allowance for pharmacy-related conferences
• Paid Time Off-Resident pharmacists accrue approximately 10 paid time off days during the program based on the average hours worked and length of time in position
• Adjunct appointment at Western New England University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Candidate Requirements
• Doctor of Pharmacy degree by ACPE-accredited School/College of Pharmacy
• Massachusetts pharmacist license by within 90 days of the start date
• Complete the online resident position application
• Submission of residency application materials no later than January 8th to PhORCAS
• Curriculum Vitae
• Three letters of recommendation
• Letter of intent
• Face to face interview (upon invitation)
• Presentation at interview
• Registered with the National Matching Service (NMS)
For more information contact
Kam Capoccia, PharmD, BCPS, CDCES
Residency Program Director
kam.capoccia@wne.edu
Walgreens is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
The PGY1 Community-Based Pharmacy Residency conducted by Western New England University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Springfield MA is accredited by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, in partnership with the American Pharmacists Association.