Summary 

The Pharmacy Resident is responsible for attaining knowledge and practical experience in a variety of direct patient care settings. These will include both inpatient and outpatient clinical areas as required by the PGY1 Residency Program. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities  

These duties and responsibilities described below represent the general tasks performed daily; other tasks may be assigned. 

Display self-directed, independent, motivated learning guided by the Residency Program Director and the appropriate preceptor(s) for each learning experience 

Complete Pharm Academic evaluations in a timely manner, both for the learning experience(s) and preceptor(s) 

Actively participate in the education of pharmacy students 

Develop interpersonal communication skills and become an effective member of a healthcare team approach to patient care 

Work in concert with the Residency Program Director to enhance the residency experience for future residents 

Adhere to the Residency Program Manual provided during orientation 

Receive and interpret prescription drug orders and file them in the correct location 

Collect, analyze, and assess information on which to base safe and effective medication therapy 

Prepare and dispense medications following best practices and the organization’s policies and procedures 

Document direct patient care activities appropriately in the medical record or where appropriate 

Provide effective medication and practice-related education to patients, caregivers, health care professionals, students, and the public 

Check supplies of drugs, pharmaceuticals, and IV admixtures regularly, keeping supervisor informed of stock discrepancies or needs 

Dispense and maintain appropriate records for controlled drugs 

Fill patient prescriptions as ordered 

Check and fill paramedic drug and IV boxes regularly 

Maintain established department policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance programs, and safety, environmental, and infection control protocols 

Keep abreast of Pharmacy tends and techniques to ensure quality care is provided to patients of all ages  

Attend required hospital-wide orientations, meetings, and in-services 

Demonstrate a commitment to flexible work scheduling when necessary to ensure patient care 

Participate in pharmacy and hospital committees as needed 

Qualifications 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Education and Experience  

Minimum Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy OR a PharmD degree. 

Preferred Experience: 

Inpatient pharmacy 

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations  

Resident must be licensed to work as a Pharmacist in the State of Virginia.  Failure to attain licensure in accordance with the Residency Manual may result in suspension or dismissal from the residency. 

Must maintain BLS certification.