As part of the BayCare Health System in the Tampa Bay area, St. Joseph’s Hospital North is a full-service community hospital located in Lutz, Florida. The PGY1 residency program is designed to build on Doctor of Pharmacy education in order to develop residents into clinical pharmacists that provide safe and effective patient care to a diverse range of patients. Residents will ultimately be prepared to pursue board certification and will be eligible for future PGY2 residency training.
St. Joseph’s Hospital – North PGY1 Pharmacy Residency
The Pharmacy Practice Residency is a 12-month ASHP-accredited program designed to provide residents with experience in a broad range of clinical areas. The resident will function as an integral part of the department’s patient care services.
Program Summary:
The resident will function as an integral part of the department’s patient care services. These responsibilities include:
- provision of pharmaceutical care
- inpatient and outpatient education
- collaboration and education of pharmacy students
- committee membership
- medication safety initiatives
- operational activities
The resident is expected to complete various projects throughout the year including, but not limited to, a research project to be presented at the Florida Residency Conference and a poster presentation at the ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting.
The PGY1 residency program core rotations include:
- Administration
- Antimicrobial Stewardship
- Critical Care
- Emergency Medicine
- Internal Medicine
- Practice Management
- Teaching
Elective rotations may include:
- Cardiology
- Glycemic Management
- Oncology
- Pediatrics
- Preceptorship
- Psychiatry
- Transitions of Care
Program Benefits:
- Competitive Salary
- Medical Plan with prescription drug coverage
- Dental and Vision Plans
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Opportunity to Contribute Pre-tax Dollars to a 401 (k) Plan
- Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage
- Professional Travel Reimbursement
- Team Member Services: Team members receive a discount rate on a variety of events, programs, and tickets to area attractions
Requirements for Acceptance:
- The applicant must participate in the MATCH process
- Online application through PhORCAS
- Letter of intent
- Current Curriculum Vitae
- Three letters of recommendation
- Official transcript from all colleges of pharmacy attended (minimum 3.3 GPA required)
- The applicant must possess a Pharm.D. degree from an ACPE-accredited college of pharmacy
- The applicant must have active Florida Pharmacist License within 90 days of the residency start date
- The applicant must participate in an interview (on-site or virtual)
Application Process:
Residency candidates should submit all requirements for acceptance through the PhORCAS website. Once submitted, applications will be reviewed and candidates will be selected for on-site interviews. After the interviews are completed, a rank list will be submitted to ASHP via the National Matching Service. The ASHP Resident Matching Program will provide the program with the matched candidates.
Deadlines:
PhORCAS application deadline: January 10
Program Leader
Jenifer Wheeler, PharmD
Residency Program Director
St. Joseph’s Hospital North
4211 Van Dyke Road
Lutz, FL 33558
Questions?
813-443-7405
jenifer.wheeler@baycare.org
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Berenis Marrero, PharmD, BCPS, BCSCP
OncologyBerenis Marrero, PharmD, BCPS, BCSCP
Oncology -
Dean Santos, PharmD, BCPS
Emergency MedicineDean Santos, PharmD, BCPS
Emergency Medicine -
Jenifer Wheeler, PharmD
Practice Management, TeachingJenifer Wheeler, PharmD
Practice Management, Teaching -
Jennifer Clement, PharmD, BCPS
Critical CareJennifer Clement, PharmD, BCPS
Critical Care -
Justin Egan, PharmD, MS, BCPS
AdministrationJustin Egan, PharmD, MS, BCPS
Administration -
Nghi Le, PharmD, BCPS
Internal MedicineNghi Le, PharmD, BCPS
Internal Medicine -
Sarah Botterman, PharmD, BCPS
Critical CareSarah Botterman, PharmD, BCPS
Critical Care -
Sydney Anderson, PharmD, BCPS
Internal MedicineSydney Anderson, PharmD, BCPS
Internal Medicine
Jena Schanze
PGY1 - St. Joseph's Hospital North
Why did I choose to complete a residency?
I chose to pursue a pharmacy residency to enhance my clinical skills and grow into a clinical pharmacist who delivers the highest standard of patient care. My passion for pharmacy and patient care stems from a promise I made to my grandmother after she experienced a significant medical event. I promised her I would dedicate my career to preventing similar situations to other families. Completing a residency will allow me to deepen my clinical knowledge, strengthen my critical thinking, and develop leadership skills essential for working within interdisciplinary teams. This next step is not only about becoming a well-rounded clinical pharmacist, but also about fulfilling the promise I made to serve others through compassionate, evidence-based care.
Why did I choose St. Joseph’s Hospital North at BayCare?
I chose St. Joseph’s Hospital North because I knew this was the residency program that would make me stand out as a clinical pharmacist and support me along the way. I completed my pharmacy internship at this site and stood out during my APPE rotations because of the training I had already received from working at SJN. Since this program shaped me into a strong student, I knew it would make me an even stronger resident and clinical pharmacist. Additionally, while I was on rotations at SJN the physicians and nurses went above and beyond to share unique learning experiences. This highlighted how everyone at St. Joseph’s Hospital North is committed to teamwork and continuous learning. These experiences reaffirmed my decision to complete a residency at such a wonderful organization.
Jena Schanze| PGY1 - St. Joseph's Hospital North
Why did I choose to complete a residency?
I chose to pursue a pharmacy residency to enhance my clinical skills and grow into a clinical pharmacist who delivers the highest standard of patient care. My passion for pharmacy and patient care stems from a promise I made to my grandmother after she experienced a significant medical event. I promised her I would dedicate my career to preventing similar situations to other families. Completing a residency will allow me to deepen my clinical knowledge, strengthen my critical thinking, and develop leadership skills essential for working within interdisciplinary teams. This next step is not only about becoming a well-rounded clinical pharmacist, but also about fulfilling the promise I made to serve others through compassionate, evidence-based care.
Why did I choose St. Joseph’s Hospital North at BayCare?
I chose St. Joseph’s Hospital North because I knew this was the residency program that would make me stand out as a clinical pharmacist and support me along the way. I completed my pharmacy internship at this site and stood out during my APPE rotations because of the training I had already received from working at SJN. Since this program shaped me into a strong student, I knew it would make me an even stronger resident and clinical pharmacist. Additionally, while I was on rotations at SJN the physicians and nurses went above and beyond to share unique learning experiences. This highlighted how everyone at St. Joseph’s Hospital North is committed to teamwork and continuous learning. These experiences reaffirmed my decision to complete a residency at such a wonderful organization.
Merna Sawaris
PGY1 - St. Joseph's Hospital North
Why did I choose to complete a residency?
I chose to pursue a pharmacy residency because I wanted to becoming a confident and well-rounded clinical pharmacist who can provide high-quality, evidence-based patient care in a multidisciplinary setting. I value the opportunity to explore and refine my interests in various specialties through hands-on learning. I see residency as an essential step toward not only clinical competence but also leadership, teaching, and research involvement.
Why did I choose St. Joseph’s Hospital North at BayCare?
I was fortunate to complete a few of my APPE rotations at BayCare, I was drawn to the supportive and collaborative environment within the institution. What stood out to me about St. Joseph’s Hospital North was the warm and welcoming energy I felt after my interview as well as the diverse range of rotations offered which aligns perfectly with my interests. This program is the ideal place for me to continue my professional training and growth.
Merna Sawaris| PGY1 - St. Joseph's Hospital North
Why did I choose to complete a residency?
I chose to pursue a pharmacy residency because I wanted to becoming a confident and well-rounded clinical pharmacist who can provide high-quality, evidence-based patient care in a multidisciplinary setting. I value the opportunity to explore and refine my interests in various specialties through hands-on learning. I see residency as an essential step toward not only clinical competence but also leadership, teaching, and research involvement.
Why did I choose St. Joseph’s Hospital North at BayCare?
I was fortunate to complete a few of my APPE rotations at BayCare, I was drawn to the supportive and collaborative environment within the institution. What stood out to me about St. Joseph’s Hospital North was the warm and welcoming energy I felt after my interview as well as the diverse range of rotations offered which aligns perfectly with my interests. This program is the ideal place for me to continue my professional training and growth.
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