PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Program

• Provide pharmaceutical care to patients in a variety of settings.
• Educate students, healthcare providers and patients.
• Develop project management and problem-solving skills.
• Improve drug information skills.
• Plan, initiate and document pharmaceutical care services.
• Maintain a professional and ethical manner.
• Develop leadership skills in pharmacy practice.
• Utilize medical informatics.
• Contribute to formulary decisions.

Applications for six residency positions are currently being accepted.  Qualifications for candidacy are a Doctor of Pharmacy degree and licensure or eligibility for licensure in South Dakota.

Interested candidates should:

1. Apply through the PhORCAS (pharmacy online residency centralized application service)
2. Through PhORCAS, you will need to submit the following required documentation:

• A letter of intent
• Curriculum vitae
• Academic transcripts
• Three letters of recommendation
• A completed Avera McKennan application for employment (which can be completed online at www.averajobs.org beginning in December).

For additional information, please contact:

Glenn D. Voss
Clinical Pharmacy Manager/PGY1 Residency Program Director
Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center
1325 S Cliff Avenue
Sioux Falls, SD 57105

• Applications will be accepted until the closing date of January 21, 2013.
• This residency program participates in the National Match program.

The program for each resident is based on his/ her goals, interests and experiences. All residents are required to complete rotations in core subject areas essential to the clinical pharmacy practitioner.

Additional learning experiences include a project relating to pharmacy practice, development of oral & written communication skills, participation in various leadership and practice management committees, and practice in various patient care areas throughout the institution.

Residents will have experiences in the following areas: