PGY1 Residency - IU Health Ball Memorial
PGY1 pharmacy residency programs build on Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) education and outcomes to contribute to the development of clinical pharmacists responsible for medications-related care of patients with a wide range of conditions, eligible for Board certification, and eligible for Postgraduate Year Two (PGY2) pharmacy residency training.
The PGY1 Residency program at IU Health Ball Memorial emphasizes the development of advanced knowledge and application of pharmacotherapeutics in the provision of multi-disciplinary, quality patient care.
This program cultivates the skills of practice management and education and the professional attitudes of self-evaluation, self-improvement, and accountability. The successful resident will demonstrate a desire to learn, sincere interest in the profession, and dedication to achieving all outcomes of the residency.
IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital is a regional community-based hospital serving the East Central region of Indiana. Its pharmacy services include inpatient, ambulatory and emergency medicine services.
PGY1 Residency Overview
The PGY1 Residency program at IU Health Ball Memorial emphasizes the development of advanced knowledge and application of pharmacotherapeutics in the provision of multi-disciplinary, quality patient care.
This program cultivates the skills of practice management and education and the professional attitudes of self-evaluation, self-improvement, and accountability. The successful resident will demonstrate a desire to learn, sincere interest in the profession, and dedication to achieving all outcomes of the residency.
IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital is a regional community-based hospital serving the East Central region of Indiana. Its pharmacy services include inpatient, ambulatory and emergency medicine services.
Each PGY1 resident is required to successfully complete twelve months of rotations. The resident’s rotation preferences will be considered when making and adjusting the rotation schedule. Required rotations cover the following areas of practice:
- Orientation
- Adult medicine
- Ambulatory care
- Critical care
- Emergency medicine
- Infectious disease
- Medication safety
- Outpatient oncology/anticoagulation
- Required longitudinal rotations:
- Administration
- Research
- Medication use evaluation
- Teaching certificate
- Clinical/operational weekends services
Rotations
Each PGY1 resident is required to successfully complete twelve months of rotations. The resident’s rotation preferences will be considered when making and adjusting the rotation schedule. Required rotations cover the following areas of practice:
- Orientation
- Adult medicine
- Ambulatory care
- Critical care
- Emergency medicine
- Infectious disease
- Medication safety
- Outpatient oncology/anticoagulation
- Required longitudinal rotations:
- Administration
- Research
- Medication use evaluation
- Teaching certificate
- Clinical/operational weekends services
Additional elective month-long rotations:
- Cardiology
- Cardiac critical care
- Advanced adult medicine
Elective Rotations
Additional elective month-long rotations:
- Cardiology
- Cardiac critical care
- Advanced adult medicine
Residency Requirements
- Indiana Pharmacist license within 90 days of hire
- Successful completion of all required rotations
- Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support Training and Certification
- Residency Research Project – presented at Great Lakes Pharmacy Resident Conference
- System-wide Medication Use Evaluation
- Indiana Pharmacy Teaching Certificate (IPTeC) program completion
- Every other weekend staffing – distributive and clinical responsibilities
- Formal medical staff presentation
Elective Experiences
- Didactic teaching opportunities
- Precepting Pharm.D. students in a clinical setting
Salary and Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Health benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision
- Flexible spending accounts
- Paid time off – hours based on IU Heath policy and PGY1 Residency Manual
- Travel stipend for ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting
- Great Lakes Pharmacy Resident Conference expenses paid
- Free parking
- Personalized white coat
- Resident provided with own workspace and computer
Residency Completion
Residency Requirements
- Indiana Pharmacist license within 90 days of hire
- Successful completion of all required rotations
- Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support Training and Certification
- Residency Research Project – presented at Great Lakes Pharmacy Resident Conference
- System-wide Medication Use Evaluation
- Indiana Pharmacy Teaching Certificate (IPTeC) program completion
- Every other weekend staffing – distributive and clinical responsibilities
- Formal medical staff presentation
Elective Experiences
- Didactic teaching opportunities
- Precepting Pharm.D. students in a clinical setting
Salary and Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Health benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision
- Flexible spending accounts
- Paid time off – hours based on IU Heath policy and PGY1 Residency Manual
- Travel stipend for ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting
- Great Lakes Pharmacy Resident Conference expenses paid
- Free parking
- Personalized white coat
- Resident provided with own workspace and computer
Requirements:
The qualified applicant must possess a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited college of pharmacy and must be eligible for Indiana licensure.
Deadline for PhORCAS application: Jan. 5
- Letter of intent
- Current curriculum vitae
- Three recommendations via PhORCAS
- At least one from a clinical preceptor
- At least one from an employer encouraged
- Official college transcripts
If selected for an interview:
- Personal Interview (full day)
- Clinical skills assessment
For more information, contact:
Sarah Schepers, PharmD, BCPS
Pharmacy Clinical Coordinator and PGY1 Residency Program Director
Pharmacy Department
Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital
2401 W. University Avenue
Muncie, IN 47303
765.747.3033 (phone) | 765.751.2510 (fax)
sschepers@iuhealth.org
How to Apply
Requirements:
The qualified applicant must possess a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited college of pharmacy and must be eligible for Indiana licensure.
Deadline for PhORCAS application: Jan. 5
- Letter of intent
- Current curriculum vitae
- Three recommendations via PhORCAS
- At least one from a clinical preceptor
- At least one from an employer encouraged
- Official college transcripts
If selected for an interview:
- Personal Interview (full day)
- Clinical skills assessment
For more information, contact:
Sarah Schepers, PharmD, BCPS
Pharmacy Clinical Coordinator and PGY1 Residency Program Director
Pharmacy Department
Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital
2401 W. University Avenue
Muncie, IN 47303
765.747.3033 (phone) | 765.751.2510 (fax)
sschepers@iuhealth.org
