PGY1 Virtual Open Houses in November

The Roseburg VA Healthcare System and VA Southern Oregon Rehabilitation Center & Clinics (VA SORCC) are recruiting for the 2024-2025 residency class.

We will be having Virtual Open house events upcoming.

The VA SORCC in White City, Oregon is recruiting two PGY-1 Pharmacy Residents

Purpose Statement (ASHP Standard) & Program Description

PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency Programs build on Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) education and outcomes to contribute to the development of clinical pharmacists responsible for medication-related care of patients with a wide range of conditions, eligible for board certification, and eligible for postgraduate year two (PGY-2) pharmacy residency training.

The purpose of this program is to develop pharmacists’ skills in disease state management, pharmacy operations, and quality improvement. Under expert guidance, our residents will build foundational clinical skills in a variety of settings which may include Primary Care, Anticoagulation, Mental Health, Substance Abuse treatment, and Diabetes Clinic settings. Upon completion, residents will be qualified for primary care practice or prepared for PGY-2 training to specialize further. Graduates of the program will be prepared to excel in Primary Care, Patient Safety, Formulary Management, Pharmacy Operations, and Leadership. This program aims to develop well-rounded, thoughtful, and proficient pharmacists who are equipped for life-long learning and success.

Position Information

• Estimated Stipend: $47,397
• Benefits: 13 days accrued sick leave, 13 accrued vacation days, medical, dental, and vision insurance options available, 11 paid federal holidays, free on-site parking, mentorship, authorized leave for residency related activities
• Estimated program dates: July 1- June 30
• No required staffing on nights or weekends
• Pharmacy residents are provided resources including a laptop computer, office space, & access to tele-work as needed
• Residents are expected to possess full, current, and unrestricted licensure to practice pharmacy in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or the District of Columbia within 120 days of beginning the program.

Program Design (October 2022-Subject to Enhancements)

Longitudinal Rotations (full-year):

• Pharmacy Service- Formulary Management & Managed Care

• Chronic Disease State Panel Management

• Professional Development

• Resident Project

Block Rotations (5-6 weeks):

• Orientation & Outpatient Pharmacy Services
• Ambulatory Care I (PACT-I)*
• Ambulatory Care II (PACT-II)*
• Specialty Care (select ≥1)

• Diabetes Care
• Home Based Primary Care (HBPC)
• Pain Management Clinic
• Management (select ≥1)
• Academic Detailing
• Leadership
• Pharmacoeconomics
• Mental Health (select ≥1)
• Primary Care Mental Health Integrated (PCMHI)
• Mental Health I

Elective Rotation Options (may select 2-3):

• Informatics
• Teaching Certificate
• Mental Health II
• Additional Longitudinal Options: Advanced Pain Management, HBPC, Tobacco/Smoking Cessation Clinic

*PACT= Patient Aligned Care Team

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