Residents — Pharmacy Residency at St. Vincent Medical Center

 

Benefits and Compensation

Salary

$58,700 (includes travel and meeting expenses)

Insurance

Eligibility for benefits begins on July 1. Health care coverage is provided at a nominal cost.

Paid Time Off

  • Vacation: 80 hours
  • Interviews: Up to three days
  • Holidays: Seven days
  • Conference days

Academic Stipend

Registration and travel expenses for the ASHP Midyear Meeting in December and the Ohio Pharmacy Residency Conference in May have been included in the resident stipend and are the responsibility of the resident.  Additional funds are provided for continuing education and conferences as needed per the discretion of the residency program director and clinical pharmacy manager.

Other Benefits

  • Resident office space with computer
  • Free parking
  • Free fitness facilities available onsite
  • BLS/ACLS certificate training
  • Teaching certificate through the University of Findlay

Residents

Emily Dickens
Emily Dickens, PharmD

Pharmacy School: University of Toledo

Erica Hamilton
Erica Hamilton, PharmD

Pharmacy School: University of Findlay

Kristy Lai
Kristy Lai, PharmD

Pharmacy School: University of Toledo

Lifestyle in the Area

Located on Lake Erie in Northwest Ohio, Toledo has a population of more than 275,000 people. It is nicknamed “The Glass City” due to the historical significance of glass manufacturing in the area. There are many wonderful activities in the area including the Toledo Zoo, Toledo Museum of Art and an extensive Metroparks system. Other options include attending festivals and events, supporting the local sports teams and dining out at one of the numerous restaurants in the area.

What to Expect

During the course of this 12-month program, the PGY-1 pharmacy resident will be an integral member of the multidisciplinary team. Pharmacist preceptors will model behaviors and provide support as the resident becomes more independent in each practice area. A customized plan will be developed for each resident during orientation and updated quarterly. The resident will need to employ time management skills to balance patient care responsibilities with longitudinal projects.  

Call Schedule

Pharmacy residents are not required to work on call.

Average Hours a Week

Residents work an average of 50 to 60 hours per week.