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Postgraduate Health-System Pharmacy Administration and Leadership Residency

The University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics postgraduate year one (PGY1) and postgraduate year two (PGY2) Health-System Pharmacy Administration and Leadership Residency is designed to provide concentrated training in clinical practice and administration of health-system pharmacy. The resident will obtain advanced knowledge in clinical practice and expertise in pharmacy administration, management, and leadership activities.

The PGY1 year focuses on pharmacy practice, providing experience in all aspects of patient-focused care. The structure of the first year follows the UI Hospitals & Clinics PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Program. The PGY2 year provides training in health-system pharmacy administration, building off the clinical and leadership skills developed in the PGY1 year.

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About the Program


The University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics PGY1/PGY2 Health-System Pharmacy Administration Residency is an American Society of Health-System Pharmacists-accredited residency program designed to provide concentrated training in clinical practice and administration of health-system pharmacy.

This two-year residency also includes the completion of a master’s degree through the University of Iowa. Offerings include a Master of Health Administration, Master of Public Health, or Master of Science in Health Informatics. The resident will obtain advanced knowledge in clinical practice and expertise in pharmacy administration, management, and leadership activities.
 

Rotation Experiences

The PGY1 year follows UI Hospitals & Clinics PGY1 Pharmacy Residency rotation experiences.

PGY2 Required Rotations:

 

  • Acute care clinical management
  • Acute care operations management
  • Ambulatory care clinical management
  • Ambulatory care operations management
  • Billing and reimbursement
  • Finance
  • Informatics
  • Medication safety
  • Quality improvement
  • Regulatory/drug policy
  • Senior leadership
  • Supply chain


PGY2 Longitudinal Experiences:

 

  • Chief resident
  • P&T Subcommittee recorder
  • IPPE2 (hospital) coordinator
  • Pharmacy administrator on-call
  • Teaching Certificate Program through the University of Iowa College of Pharmacy
     

Staffing

Residents are required to fulfill the service commitment (staffing) designed to ensure that residents gain experience and can function as competent clinical practitioners. Residents are able to staff in a variety of pharmacy settings.


Staffing Requirements are as Follows:

PGY1

  • Residents are assigned to staff on one of the decentralized clinical teams based on interests. Residents also staff in the decentralized pharmacy satellite or as the transitions of care pharmacist.
  • Every other weekend on a rotating basis upon completion of orientation.
  • Residents will work one major holiday, either Thanksgiving or Winter Holiday and may staff additional days around these holidays as well as two minor holidays, either New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Labor Day, or Memorial Day.
  • Staffing requirements are subject to change.

PGY2

  • Residents are assigned to staff in a pharmacy operations area based on resident interests.
  • Residents will staff approximately every third weekend on a rotating basis upon completion of orientation. Residents will also staff during weekdays to complete a total of 450 hours of staffing during the PGY2 year.
  • Residents will staff one major holiday, either Thanksgiving or Winter Holiday, and may staff additional days around these holidays. Residents will also staff two minor holidays, either New Years’ Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Labor Day, or Memorial Day.
  • Residents will serve as the administrator on-call for at least one week upon completion of orientation.
  • Staffing requirements are subject to change.
     

How to Apply

Candidates will need to complete an application through the Pharmacy Online Residency Centralized Application Service (PhORCAS).

Materials Required:

  • PhORCAS application form
  • Letter of intent
  • Three letters of recommendation
    • A minimum of one letter of recommendation must be from a clinical preceptor
  • Official pharmacy college/school transcripts
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Supplemental questions

Application materials must be received by January 2.  An on-site interview is required and will be granted based on the review of application materials. Applicants must register for the ASHP matching program handled by the National Matching Services, Inc. Rankings must be submitted by the deadline.

  • PGY1/PGY2 Health-System Pharmacy Administration Residency NMS Code: 217218

Candidate Qualifications

  • Graduate of an ACPE-accredited Doctor of Pharmacy degree program or have equivalent education qualification as determined by the residency program with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
  • Licensed or eligible for licensure in Iowa by the residency start date. Please see the Iowa Board of Pharmacy website for complete qualifications.
  • Adhere to the rules of the resident matching program process.
  • Candidates who require a Visa will not be considered. Pharmacy Residency positions are not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization
     

Contact Us

Mike Brownlee, PharmD, MS, FASHP
Chief Pharmacy Officer and Associate Hospital Director
Clinical Associate Professor and Associate Dean for Clinical Education, University of Iowa College of Pharmacy

 

PGY1/PGY2 Health-System Pharmacy Administration Residency Program Director
[email protected] 

David Weetman, RPh, MS, FASHP
Director, Acute Care Pharmacy Services

Interim Medication Safety Officer
 

PGY1/PGY2 Health-System Pharmacy Administration Residency Program Coordinator
[email protected]

Current Residents

Katelyn
Gordon
PharmD

Pharmacy Resident

Hometown

Columbus, Ohio

Research Project

Evaluation and planning to improve outcome metrics associated with Medicare Part D contracts and ACO performance scores

Professional Interests

  • Specialty pharmacy
  • Social determinants of health
  • Well-being and resiliency
  • Academia

Personal Interests

  • Working out at Orange Theory
  • Reading
  • Interior design
  • Trying new restaurants with co-residents
  • Pampering my cat Nellie

Why University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics

Entering into the residency search process, I was set on pursuing a residency at an innovative academic medical center with an emphasis on clinical excellence. I knew University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics possessed nationally ranked specialties, a track record of success for their residents, and three different degree options for HSPAL residents. When I was researching the mission statements of various hospitals, University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics's mission stood out–Changing Medicine. Changing Lives. As someone hoping to innovate and educate as an administrator, I knew a hospital focused on change would empower me to succeed.

However, I was sold to the program when I met the staff. I chose UI Hospitals & Clinics because of the people. When I met the team, one word reiterated in my mind– genuine. The staff and leaders radiate care for their residents. They want you to succeed. As someone pursuing an administrative residency focused on servant leadership, I wanted to be in a supportive yet challenging environment. The leadership team at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics emphasizes individualized training. They take the time to assess residents' strengths and challenge their aspirations.

The mission of UI Hospitals & Clinics compelled me, but it was the people at UI Hospitals & Clinics who inspired me. This is why I chose University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics.

Favorite Part of Iowa City

Going for a drive in the country, walking around downtown Iowa City, and enjoying the fall season! The weather is beautiful in the fall, and the atmosphere buzzes with football excitement!

Email: [email protected]

Zachary
Hitchcock
PharmD

Pharmacy Resident

Hometown

Lee's Summit, Mo.

Research Project

Evaluating and Optimizing Medication Delivery Cartfill Process on Select Patient Care Units

Professional Interests

  • Operations management
  • Clinical management
  • Informatics

Personal Interests

  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Reading
  • Golfing
  • Watching sports

Why University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics

I chose University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics because of the people I met during recruitment. I also chose UIHC because of the strong clinical rotations and various administrative experiences. Hearing from previous residents how the program prepared them for their careers was very impactful. I also chose the University of Iowa because of the Executive Master of Health Administration program. I have really enjoyed learning alongside other healthcare professionals from strong leaders in healthcare.

Favorite Part of Iowa City

I have loved all of the outdoor activities in Iowa City so far. There are excellent trails throughout and around the city. There are also great festivals downtown throughout the summer. Additionally, I have enjoyed exploring all of the local restaurants with my co-residents!

Email: [email protected]

Lauren
Reist
PharmD

Pharmacy Resident

Research Project

Evaluation of Alcohol Withdrawal Management in the Context of a Parenteral Benzodiazepine Shortage.

Professional Interests

  • Clinical management
  • Leadership Development
  • Internal Medicine
  • Academia
  • Research

Personal Interests

  • Reading
  • Baking
  • Cooking
  • Being outside

Why University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics

During my fourth-year rotations, I was able to complete an administration rotation at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics.  That rotation helped to solidify that I wanted to pursue an administration residency.  When looking for programs, I really wanted a program that had a strong clinical first year of the 2-year Health System Administration and Leadership Residency.  The strong clinical year would allow me to have a solid background and foundation moving into management.  The residency program at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics had that strong clinical year I was looking for in the Acute Care PGY1 residency year we complete.  I also really enjoyed the people that I met during my rotations and then during the interview process.    The opportunity to choose from multiple master’s programs including the Executive MHA was also a huge draw to the program.

Favorite Part of Iowa City

The variety of restaurants and breweries in and around Iowa City is always a great way to find new things to try whether on your own or with your co-residents!  Iowa City always has different festivals and things going on in town.  I am also a big Iowa Hawkeye football fan!  I love the proximity to Cedar Rapids, North Liberty, and the Amana Colonies for other concerts, festivals, restaurants, breweries, and wineries to try!

Dani
Schuyler
PharmD

Pharmacy Resident

Hometown

Germantown, Wis.

Research Project

Implementation of EPIC hazardous warnings in EMR

Professional Interests

  • Informatics
  • Operations
  • Clinical Management

Personal Interests

  • Spending time with my golden retriever
  • Watching football
  • Trying out new breweries and brunch spots
  • Hiking
  • Running
  • Reading

Why University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics

I was interested in the HSPAL program at the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics because it was a large academic medical center that aligned with both my personal and professional goals for professional and longitudinal opportunities, managerial experiences, resident support, and preparing residents to practice at the top of their license. An additional perk of the HSPAL program at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics  was having the ability to choose a master’s degree in my area of interest, informatics. While it was great to have all my boxes checked, my decision was solidified after attending informational sessions, PPS, and my interview with University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics  and seeing how supportive and kind all the preceptors are. The highlight of UIHC is 100% the people.

Favorite Part of Iowa City

I have enjoyed exploring the breweries, restaurants, and trails that Iowa City has to offer. I’ve additionally enjoyed going to bingo, trivia, and other events with my co-residents!

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  • Pharmacy Residency
    • About the Pharmacy Residency Programs
      • PGY1 Pharmacy Residency—Acute Care
      • PGY1 Pharmacy Residency—Ambulatory Care
      • PGY1/PGY2 Health-System Pharmacy Administration
      • PGY2 Ambulatory Care Pharmacy
      • PGY2 Critical Care Pharmacy
      • PGY2 Emergency Medicine Pharmacy
      • PGY2 Oncology Pharmacy
      • PGY2 Pediatric Pharmacy
    • Our Current Resident Class
    • Pharmacy Residency Preceptors - Last names A through D
    • Pharmacy Residency Preceptors - Last names E through I
    • Pharmacy Residency Preceptors - Last names J through M
    • Pharmacy Residency Preceptors - Last names N through R
    • Pharmacy Residency Preceptors - Last names S through T
    • Pharmacy Residency Preceptors - Last names U through Z

How to Apply

Candidates will need to complete an application through the:

Pharmacy Online Residency Centralized Application Service (PhORCAS)

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