YRMC Pharmacy Residency

Dignity Health Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) offers an ASHP-accredited PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency, providing a unique rural hospital training experience within a nationally recognized system.

Clinical pharmacists are integral, participating in direct patient care and medication therapy across various units like ICU, Med-Surg, ED, and outpatient clinics. YRMC optimizes pharmacist involvement using technology and technicians, allowing focus on medication-related issues. Professional development is emphasized through training pharmacy students and residents, with affiliations to The University of Arizona and Midwestern University.

The residency prepares graduates for roles as clinical staff pharmacists, adjunct faculty, or specialized post-graduate residents.

YRMC’s Pharmacy Residency begins with an orientation that prepares you to serve as a member of our Pharmacy Services team.  You’ll also gain valuable experience during challenging rotations.  Longitudinal experiences will allow you to maximize your learning experience and build an individualized Pharmacy Residency.

As a YRMC pharmacy resident, you’ll work with dedicated preceptors who are committed to ensuring you:

• Develop strong, well-rounded core skills in both pharmacotherapy evaluation and management
• Customize your residency curriculum to meet your professional goals and career interests
• Interact with YRMC’s exceptional healthcare team – including highly trained physician specialists – as well as our patient population
• Pursue project-based research and management/operations in an acute care setting
• Benefit from one-on-one instruction and interaction with accomplished professionals
• A formal wellness and mentorship program