The PGY-1 pharmacy residency program at Hunterdon Medical Center is establishes a foundation of clinical practice that can be applied in various professional settings. Upon completion of this program, the resident will be prepared to enter a PGY-2 residency, adjunct faculty position, or a clinical general practice position in either an academic or community health system.
The resident will accept responsibility for patient safety and optimal patient outcomes and be accountable for all aspects of the medication use process.
Residents will exhibit a commitment to the profession and display professional maturity and leadership as they develop written and verbal communication skills and serve as an effective interdisciplinary team member and educator.
The PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency Program is a 12-month program, beginning in July and will encompass a variety of rotations including concentrated, extended and longitudinal experiences.
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Required Rotations |
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Concentrated (5 weeks) |
Extended (12 weeks) |
Longitudinal (as designated) |
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· Hospital Pharmacy Practice | Orientation · Infectious Diseases · Internal Medicine · Ambulatory Care · Critical Care · Pharmacovigilance · Academia · Research and Projects |
· Administration Pharmacotherapy · Pharmacy Management |
· Hospital Pharmacy Practice (11 months) · Ambulatory Care: Population Health (3 months) · Ambulatory Care: Cardiology (3 months) | 10 half days · Ambulatory Care: Family Practice (5 months) · Research and Projects (11 months) |
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Elective Rotations (5 weeks)* |
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Transitions of Care Advanced Practice Internal Medicine Advanced Practice Infectious Diseases Advanced Practice Critical Care *Based on interest, an Advanced Practice Elective of a Required Rotation may be developed |
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Annual Stipend: $43,000
Benefits Include:
- Life Insurance
- Health Insurance (including dependents) — Effective the first of the month following 60 days of hire
- Dental Insurance (including dependents) — Effective the first of the month following 60 days of hire
- Educational meetings: 2 per year
Appointment is made by participation through the National Matching Service.
There are two openings each year.
The residency program requires that residency candidates participate with PhORCAS™ and National Matching Service for the application process.
The application requirements are as follows:
- Letter of Intent
- Three letters of recommendation (at least one letter from faculty member / preceptor is required)
- Curriculum Vitae
- Official transcript(s)
- Graduate of an ACPE-accredited pharmacy school
Upon review of application materials, an onsite interview will be extended to candidates. All candidates must be enrolled with National Matching Service. If accepted, the resident must obtain New Jersey pharmacist licensure within 90 days of hire.