Pharmacy Resident (PGY1)

Arkansas Children's Hospital Northwest • Little Rock, AR

2d

About The Position

The Pharmacy Resident I (PGY1) provides pharmacy-related clinical and educational services to patients and healthcare providers across multiple practice areas. The resident completes learning experiences and activities designed to advance skill in diverse patient care, practice management, leadership, and education.

Requirements

• Doctorate of Pharmacy or Bachelor of Pharmacy (if obtained prior to 2000)
• Pharmacist - Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy

Nice To Haves

• Recommended Education: Doctoral Degree
• Recommended Work Experience
• Recommended Certifications

Responsibilities

• Participates as a member of the healthcare team to support comprehensive medication management using a consistent patient care process.
• Evaluates medication therapies, monitors patient outcomes, and contributes to the development and implementation of medication-related care plans.
• Develops foundational understanding of medication-use processes and formulary management. Assists with activities related to medication safety, formulary review, and medication-use evaluation to support safe and effective drug therapy across the organization.
• Participates in the design, implementation, and evaluation of a quality improvement or research project. Collects and analyzes data, contributes to project development, and presents findings to pharmacy leadership and healthcare teams.
• Builds leadership, communication, and professional practice skills through participation in interdisciplinary care teams, residency learning activities, and professional development opportunities.
• Provides medication-related education to patients, caregivers, healthcare professionals, students, and the public under the guidance of residency preceptors. Participates in formal presentations, case discussions, and teaching activities to support clinical learning.
• Assists with medication preparation, verification processes, and medication distribution activities to ensure timely and accurate delivery of medications that support safe and effective patient care.

What This Job Offers

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