CarePathRx’s PGY1 pharmacy residency program is a one-year commitment that will provide residents with the knowledge and skills to care for home infusion and specialty pharmacy patient populations.
PSHP Residency Showcase (virtual)
Tuesday October 22nd
form 5-7PM
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Site/Location
CarepathRx Pharmacy Services
Program Purpose
PGY1 pharmacy residency programs build on Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) 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 two (PGY2) pharmacy residency training.
Mission
CarePathRx’s mission is to deliver the most coordinated, comprehensive, and connected end-to-end pharmacy care delivery model for health systems, hospitals and other provider organizations to drive better patient health, improve quality outcomes, and enhance and diversify revenue streams. At CarepathRx, we believe pharmacy has the power to transform the healthcare industry and create healthier communities. Our vision is to leverage the central role of pharmacy as an active care management strategy across the healthcare continuum, enabling better patient health and provider success. CarePathRx’s partnerships with the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC), Chartwell Pennsylvania, LP, and the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy provide diverse clinical, operational, and academic learning opportunities within the PGY1 residency program.
What makes us unique?
CarePathRx is an end-to-end comprehensive pharmacy solution to drive better clinical and financial outcomes, partnering with several different academic medical centers across the United States. One of these partnerships, The CarePathRx-UPMC partnership is exemplified by Chartwell Pennsylvania, LP, one of the largest and most clinically advanced health-system affiliated infusion and specialty pharmacies in the country. CarePathRx pharmacy staff provide high-touch clinical monitoring, including evaluation of drug and dosing appropriate to diagnosis/therapy, disease-based assessments, first-dosing in the home and anaphylaxis precautions, clinical lab review, and evidence-based recommendations. Residents will be key members of clinical initiatives that optimize patient outcomes, population health management, and education. Upon completion of the CarePathRx PGY1 Residency Program, pharmacy residents will be prepared to care for a diverse set of patients in the home infusion, specialty, or clinic-based pharmacy setting.
Program Overview
- Patient Care and Pharmacy Experiences
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Required Learning Experiences:
- Orientation
- Home Infusion I & 2
- Infectious Diseases,
- Nutrition Support
- Oncology
- Specialty Pharmacy
Required Longitudinal Learning Experiences:
- Staffing
Electives:
- Clinical Immunology
- Advanced Home Infusion
- Advanced Specialty Pharmacy
- Clinical Telepharmacy (virtual)
*Other elective learning experiences may be developed based on resident interest and preceptor availability
- Teaching Experiences
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Required Longitudinal Learning Experiences:
- Teaching, Presentations, and Special Projects
- Clinical Support
* Mastery of Teaching certificate is available through University of Pittsburgh (optional)
- Research/Quality Improvement Experiences
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Required Longitudinal Learning Experiences:
- Research
- Medication Safety
- Professional Development/Leadership Experiences
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Required Longitudinal Learning Experiences:
- Management and Leadership
- Requirements for Completion of the Residency
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To successfully complete the residency program, residents must:
- Complete all learning experiences and evaluations.
- Earned Achieved for Residency (ACHR) in ≥80% of program objectives, without any Needs Improvement ratings by the end of the program.
- Conduct a research project that includes:
- A written manuscript suitable for publication.
- A presentation of findings at least once at a professional clinical or research meeting.
- Present at least 3 journal clubs, 3 topic discussions, and 3 case presentations throughout the year.
- Complete at least 1 medication use evaluation.
- Fulfill a staffing requirement of ≥200 hours.
- Meet requirements for the University of Pittsburgh Mastery of Teaching Certificate.
- Submit a complete residency portfolio to the Residency Program Director.
- Manual/Policy and Procedures
- Highlights of Policies:
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Duty Hours
- Duty hours are defined as all scheduled clinical and academic activities related to the pharmacy residency program. (does not include: reading, studying, and academic preparation time for presentations, journal clubs; or travel time to and from conferences; and hours that are not scheduled by the residency program director or preceptor).
- Duty hours must be limited to 80 hours per week, averaged over a four-week period, inclusive of all in-house call activities and all moonlighting.
- All moonlighting hours must be counted towards the 80-hour maximum weekly hour limit. (All moonlighting hours must be approved by the program director in advance).
- Mandatory time free of duty: residents must have a minimum of one day in seven days free of duty (when averaged over four weeks). At-home call cannot be assigned on these free days.
PTO/Leave
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Accrual: Residents earn 17 days of PTO, accruing bi-weekly after a 90-day waiting period.
- Usage: PTO must be used for all absences; not available during the last two weeks of the program.
- Approval: Must be requested 45 days in advance and approved by the Residency Program Director (RPD) and relevant preceptor.
- Sick Days: Must notify RPD and preceptor as soon as possible; extended sick leave may require adjustments to the learning experience.
- Professional Days: Attendance at mandatory professional events (e.g., ASHP Midyear) is not counted against PTO.
- Leave of Absence
- Residents may need extended leave for illness, family, or personal reasons and should inform the Residency Program Director (RPD) as soon as possible. Those requiring leave may qualify for short-term disability and other benefits. Approval from the RPD and Human Resources is necessary to maintain eligibility for a certificate of completion.
- Given the temporary 12 month duration of employment, pharmacy residents would not be eligible for FMLA.
- Bereavement Leave: Paid leave available for family death, with additional time requiring PTO approval.
Licensure
Residents are strongly encouraged to obtain Pennsylvania licensure before starting the residency program.
- Licensure Timeline:
- Residents should aim to be licensed within 90 days of starting the residency
- Extensions of up to 30 days may be granted for extenuating circumstances.
- Failure to obtain licensure within 120 days may result in termination from the residency.
- Extension: If an extension is needed, the Residency Program Director (RPD) and Residency Advisory Council (RAC) will review the situation and make a determination.
Dismissal
The following may be considered for dismissal from the residency program:
- Unsatisfactory Performance defined as failure to meet program requirements
- Academic or professional misconduct
- Endangering the health and safety of others, including patients, employees, or other persons
- Failure to comply with hospital, departmental or UPMC policies, practices, and directives
- Abandonment of position/employment
Remediation Plan: The Resident Program Director (RPD) will create a remediation plan for those receiving an NI in any objective or inability to Earn Achieved for Residency (ACHR) in ≥80% in a sufficient time to complete the program.
Moonlighting
Moonlighting must not interfere with educational goals or patient safety. The Residency Program Director (RPD) has the authority to grant or revoke moonlighting privileges.
- Approval Process:
- Residents must submit a Request for Moonlight Privileges form for pre-approval, detailing:
- Type of moonlighting (internal or external)
- Proposed hours and dates
- Current rotation
- Confirmation of communication with the RPD
- Residents must submit a Request for Moonlight Privileges form for pre-approval, detailing:
- Performance Monitoring:
- If moonlighting negatively affects performance, the RPD or Residency Advisory Council (RAC) may withdraw moonlighting permissions.
- Documentation:
- Residents must document all moonlighting experiences in their duty hour reporting.
Well-Being
Residents facing fatigue or emergencies can utilize support without fear of repercussions.
- Employee Assistance Program: Provides confidential counseling and support for personal issues affecting job performance.
Resident well-being is regularly assessed through duty-hour tracking and quarterly development plans, with results reviewed by the Residency Program Director (RPD) and Residency Advisory Committee (RAC).
- Preceptor Education: Preceptors are trained to recognize burnout signs and provide resources for at-risk residents.
- Mentorship Program: Residents are assigned mentors for regular check-ins to foster open communication and support.
- Events
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PSHP Residency Showcase (virtual)
Tuesday October 22nd
form 5:00-7:00PM
Join the meeting nowPitt Pharmacy Residency and Fellowship Showcase (in-person)
at Salk Commons:
Thursday, November 14, 2024
3:00PM - 5:30 PM.
Employment Information
Start Date: July 1
Term of Appointment: 12 months
Stipend and Benefit Information
Yearly Stipend: Refer to current recruitment information
Paid Time Off: 17 days
Benefits: Health, vision, dental, life and disability insurance
Travel: Travel support available
Application/Interview Information
To apply please submit an academic transcript, curriculum vitae, letter of intent, and three references, at least one of which should come from a clinical preceptor, by December 31st via PhORCAS. No supplemental application material required. Selected candidates will be invited for an interview in January or February.
Applicants must be eligible for pharmacy licensure in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Meet Our Team
Residency Program Director
Leita Frey PharmD, BCPS
Preceptors
- Johanna Bezjak, PharmD, BCNSP
- Stephanie Pancheri, RPh
- Jaclyn Matijevich, PharmD, BCPS
- Shelby Schott, PharmD
- Andrew Sobek, PharmD
- Krysta Cornyn, PharmD
- Emily Stipanovich, PharmD
- Kayla Szabo, PharmD, BCNSP
- Rebecca Tokarski, PharmD, BCNSP
- Michael White, PharmD
- Megan Zielke, PharmD, BCCCP
Current Residents
Erika Howard
Past Residents and First Positions
- Claire Meredith, PharmD
- Jake Burkhalter, PharmD