Program Overview

Introduction to the Walgreens Community-Based Pharmacy Residency Program

The Walgreens Community-Based Pharmacy Residency Program, affiliated with the James L. Winkle College of Pharmacy at the University of Cincinnati, offers a transformative post-graduate experience. This program equips pharmacists with the essential skills and qualifications for sought-after positions in community management, clinical practice, and specialty pharmacy.

Program Overview

The program is accredited by both the American Society of Health-Systems Pharmacists and the American Pharmacists Association, ensuring the highest standards of excellence. It provides unparalleled access to fellow residents and exceptional staff, allowing for strong network building and invaluable support. As part of the broader Walgreens network, residents gain entry to a nationwide community, expanding connections and access to support.

Residency Patient-Care Activities

As a resident, you will engage in providing exceptional patient care services, including:

• Disease state management for chronic inflammatory disease, HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, and transplant patients.
• Delivery of comprehensive medication therapy management across various practice sites.
• Administration of pharmacist-led immunizations and participation in off-site clinics.
• Involvement in community outreach programs to promote health and wellness.
• Dedicated time for patient-centered dispensing, totaling 8 hours per week.

Practice Management and Educator Skills

The resident will also engage in activities to enhance practice management and educator skills, including:

• Designing and conducting practice-based research projects.
• Presenting research findings at regional and national professional meetings.
• Educating diverse learners, including pharmacy students, pharmacists, patients, and providers.
• Completing a comprehensive teaching certificate program.
• Serving as a preceptor to pharmacy students on advanced community practice rotations.

Site Partner and Support Team

The practice partner location is at 260 Stetson Street, Suite F, Cincinnati, Ohio 45219. The support team includes:

• Residency Program Director: Stephanie Cady RPh
• Site Coordinator: AJ Buschle, PharmD
• Preceptors:
  • Kristy Nguyen PharmD
  • Mike Hegener PharmD, BCACP
  • Rich Miller RPh, Healthcare Specialty Supervisor
  • Kendall Germann PharmD
  • Steve Grawe PharmD
  • Megan Rasch PharmD, BCACP, AAHIVP
  • Bethanne Brown PharmD, BCACP
  • Karissa Kim PharmD, BCACP

Applying to the Program

Application Requirements

• Doctor of Pharmacy degree from a college or school of pharmacy accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education
• Ohio & Kentucky pharmacist licensure within 90 days of the start of the residency program
• Complete the online resident position application
• Submission of residency application materials to Pharmacy Online Centralized Application Service (PhORCAS)
• Curriculum Vitae
• Three professional letters of recommendation
• Official university transcripts
• Letter of intent explaining why you are pursuing a community pharmacy residency and what you hope to gain from the residency program
• On-site or virtual interview (upon invitation)
• Presentation on a topic to be determined by the interview committee
• Registered with the National Matching Service (NMS)

Application Process

Select candidates will be invited for an on-site or virtual interview in January or February. The program participates in the ASHP Resident Matching Program.

Application Deadline

All application materials must be submitted no later than January 15th for candidates to be considered for the program.

Residency Benefits

As a resident pharmacist, you'll enjoy comprehensive benefits, including:

• Support for mental health and well-being through programs like Life365
• A Leadership and Management Learning Experience
• A competitive stipend of $53,000/year base salary
• Access to a comprehensive medical plan
• A travel allowance for pharmacy-related conferences
• Paid Time Off (PTO) eligibility

Purpose Statement

The PGY1 residency program builds 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.

Program Description

The Walgreens and University of Cincinnati PGY1 Community-Based Residency Program offers postgraduate training to pharmacists, enabling them to achieve their professional aspirations, assume leadership roles in the field, provide compassionate care to their community, and contribute to the continuous advancements in healthcare within the Walgreens Company. Graduates from the program possess a valuable skill set that positions them for pharmacy manager roles in both specialty and traditional community pharmacy settings.

Residency Handbook

For further detailed information about the program, including policies, procedures, and program requirements, please refer to the comprehensive Residency Handbook.