Resident Pharmacist

In 2020 united in a fierce commitment to deliver the highest quality care and exceptional patient experience Virginia Mason and CHI Franciscan Health came together as natural partners to build a new health system centered around the patient: Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. Our combined system builds upon the scale and expertise of our nearly 300 sites of care including 11 hospitals and nearly 5000 physicians and providers. Together we are empowered to make an even greater impact on the health and well-being of our communities.

The purpose of the postgraduate year 1 (PGY1) residency program is to build on Doctor of Pharmacy education and outcomes to contribute to the development of clinical pharmacists responsible for medication related care of patients with a wide range of conditions, eligible for board certification, and eligible for postgraduate year 2 (PGY2) residency training.An incumbent participates in the developments and implementation of departmental goals and objectives to improve pharmaceutical services and standards of patient care. Also, promotes department’s delivery of pharmaceutical care with the primary focus on patient outcome. An incumbent remains in this classification for a maximum of 12 months from date of hire, unless an extension is granted in accordance with policy and procedures.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Performs all activities associated with meeting the goals and objectives of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) accredited PGY1 residency program.
• Actively participates as members of the health care team to promote quality pharmaceutical services.
• Successfully completes a major research project.
• Serves as a preceptor for pharmacy students and interns.
• Provides in-service training to pharmacy and non-pharmacy personnel.
• Functions as a staff pharmacist as needed and as appropriate.
• Performs related duties as required.

Graduation from an accredited school of pharmacy with a BS, MS or Pharm D degree, including didactic courses and experiential rotations in the clinical aspects of pharmaceutical care.  

Job Knowledge/Abilities:

• Knowledge of the principles, practices, standards and techniques relating to the compounding and dispensing of medications.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of pharmaceutical practice within the acute and ambulatory settings.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements applicable to the practice of pharmacy.
• Ability to effectively communicate with other members of the health care team. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as required by the duties of the position.
• Ability to read, understand and communicate in English sufficient to perform the duties of the position.

• Washington State Pharmacy Intern Licensure at hire.
• Licensed as a registered pharmacist by the Washington State Board of Pharmacy.  Licensure must be received within 90 days from date of hire, unless an extension is granted in accordance with policy and procedures. 
• Membership in ASHP and WSPA is preferred.
• Healthcare provider BLS certification at hire or within 30 days from date of hire into the position.