PGY2 Ambulatory Care Pharmacy Resident 2026-2027

St. Elizabeth Healthcare • Edgewood, KY

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About The Position

PGY2 residency programs build upon Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) education and PGY1 pharmacy residency training to develop pharmacist practitioners with knowledge, skills, and abilities as defined in the educational competency areas, goals, and objectives for advanced practice areas. Residents who successfully complete PGY2 residency programs are prepared for advanced patient care or other specialized positions, and board certification in the advanced practice area, if available. Pharmacy Residents are responsible for medication-related care of a wide range of patients, with an emphasis on accurate, efficient dispensing and distribution; clinical monitoring; and therapeutic interventions that improve patient outcomes. Pharmacy Residents will assist with providing medication-related information and education to other healthcare professionals. Pharmacy Residents will assist with Quality Improvement Projects that will benefit the health system in improving patient outcomes and medication use processes. Pharmacy Residents will assist with medication use evaluations to optimize the budget. All functions are performed in accordance with standard written procedures, guidelines, and state and federal regulations. Pharmacy Residents must demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with all patients, families, visitors and other employees regardless of cultural background.

Requirements

• Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 pharmacy residency program.
• Graduate or candidate for graduation of an ACPE accredited degree program or have a Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Equivalency Committee (FPGEC) certificate from the NABP.
• Eligible for Kentucky Pharmacist licensure.
• Problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Familiar with Current Best Practice Standards (ASHP).

Responsibilities

• Compounds and dispenses pharmaceuticals ensuring timely dispensing of appropriate quantities of the correct medication.
• Supervises compounding according to USP standards, verification of ingredient compatibility, content, and appropriate labeling.
• Checks all medication prior to final dispensing for direct patient administration and distribution.
• Participates in and supervises the receipt, dispensing, and distribution of controlled substances.
• Detects and reports variances in dispensing and identifies opportunities to increase the safe use of medications.
• Supervises and directs interns and technicians, providing active supervision and mentoring.
• Reviews and interprets medication orders from licensed prescribers ensuring they meet requirements.
• Actively participates in ongoing monitoring of medication therapy in compliance with approved hospital protocols.
• Provides accurate, adequate, and timely drug information to medical staff, nursing staff, and patients.
• Completes a quality improvement research project and a medication use evaluation as part of the residency program.
• Provides professional and practice-related training to meet learners’ educational needs.
• Demonstrates leadership skills that contribute to departmental and/or organizational excellence.

Benefits

• Opportunity to participate in quality improvement projects.
• Mentorship and training opportunities.
• Exposure to advanced patient care and specialized positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree