Pharmacy

Canyon Vista Medical Center recently launched (June 2023) a new residency program for Pharmacy affiliated with the University of Arizona R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy, the first rural pharmacy residency program for University of Arizona.

Our Pharmacy Residency Program is designed to provide aspiring pharmacists with a comprehensive and immersive experience that prepares them for leadership roles in healthcare. As a resident, you will have the chance to work alongside some of the brightest minds in the pharmacy field, gain hands-on experience in a variety of clinical settings, and develop the skills necessary to excel in patient care, research, and teaching.

Highlights

• American Society of Health System Pharmacists (ASHP) Candidate
• First rural pharmacy residency program for the University of Arizona R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy.
• UA Pharmacy Resident Scholars in Teaching and Learning (PRSTL) Certificate Program
• Rotations - Poison Control, Community Pharmacy, Pharmacy Management with DOP and/or CEO, Internal Medicine, Emergency Dept, Behavior Health, Wound Care, and more in development.

Leadership

The Program

Welcome, to the Pharmacy Residency Program at the Canyon Vista Medical Center. We are a 100-bed hospital in Sierra Vista, AZ. We are excited to have you and eager to train you to be the pharmacist you aspire to be. The PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Program is a 52-week postgraduate program.

Our residency program strives to strengthen its residents, challenging their limits and providing guidance while working under pressure. Your knowledge of pharmacy practice will grow exponentially.

We have applied for ASHP Accreditation and are currently Candidate Status.

Canyon Vista Medical Center offers two PGY1 Pharmacy residents each year.

Why Canyon Vista Medical Center?

Unique patient population: CVMC covers pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations in a rural area. This gives residents inpatient experience in various areas, especially for residents who seek PGY2.

Team-based work environment: Our pharmacy is extremely proud to be serving our community with team-based practices and patient focused relationships.

Individualized training: The 52-week program is tailored based on residents’ interests and goals. The program team provides structure to reach their goals, and the program director nurtures residents’ well-being and assists in building resiliency.

Learning Experiences

Core Learning Experiences

• Orientation (6 weeks)
• Internal Medicine (8 weeks)
• Infectious Disease (4 weeks)
• Intensive Care Unit (4 weeks)
• Emergency Medicine (4 weeks)
• Behavior Health (4 weeks)
• Practice Management & Pharmacy Administration I (4 weeks)
• Ambulatory Care (4 weeks)
• Poison Control Center in Tucson (4 weeks)

Elective Learning Experiences

• Advanced Emergency Medicine Practice (2 weeks)
• Ambulatory Care -Oncology/Palliative Care (2 weeks)
• Ambulatory Care-Cardiology (2 weeks)
• Practice Management & Pharmacy Administration II (4 weeks)
• Repeat any core rotations
• Other elective learning experiences may be developed based on resident interest and preceptor availability.

Non-Learning Experience

• Project Month in December

Longitudinal Learning Experiences (52-week residency year)

• Research & Medication-Use Evaluation
• Pharmacy Practice (staffing)
• Pharmacy Resident Scholars in Teaching and Learning (PRSTL) through the University of Arizona

Application Process

NMS Match Code: 307813

The Canyon Vista Medical Center residency program participates in the ASHP-associated Pharmacy Online Residency Centralized Application Services for applications and the National Matching Service (NMS) for the residency matching process.

All components listed below must be received within PhORCAS by the appointed application deadline date, which is usually set in early January.

• Applicant letter of intent
• Extracurricular and professional activities
• Minimum two completed references within PhORCAS; additional letters will be accepted at the discretion of each individual program
• Official transcript from an accredited college of pharmacy; transcripts will be accepted from college of Pharmacy who have been awarded Candidate accreditation status by the Accreditation Council of Pharmacy Education (ACPE)

The Interview will be offered either onsite (within 150 miles driving distance) or virtually (beyond 150 miles driving distance).

Benefits

• Salary: $63,000
• Open Positions: 2 annually
• Educational fund: $2000
• Paid Time Off: 15 days
• Earned Illness Bank (EIB): 5 days
• Resident meal card for hospital cafeteria
• Residents are eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement plan, short-team disability, long-term disability, life insurance and more.

2024/2025 Pharmacy Residents

Emily Haberer, PharmD, MBA, PGY1 Emily Haberer is a PGY-1 pharmacy resident at Canyon Vista Medical Center in Sierra Vista, Arizona. She is originally from Omaha, Nebraska, and earned a Doctorate of Pharmacy from The University of Kansas: School of Pharmacy in spring of 2024 and a Master of Business Administration from Northwest Missouri State University in fall of 2023. She brings extensive experience across diverse clinical areas, including internal medicine, oncology, and behavioral health, gained through roles at the Kansas City VA Medical Center and the University of Kansas Health System. A dedicated leader, Emily served as President of Kappa Epsilon, Treasurer of Phi Lambda Sigma, and Class President during pharmacy school. Emily continues to serve in organizations as an advisor for the Theta Alpha Chapter of Alpha Delta Pi and as a mentor for the Mu Chapter of Kappa Epsilon. Emily’s clinical interests are in psychiatry, oncology, and pharmacy administration/leadership.

Erin Hammond, PharmD, PGY1 Erin Hammond is a PGY-1 pharmacy resident at Canyon Vista Medical Center in Sierra Vista, Arizona. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Midwestern University College of Pharmacy in Glendale, AZ, where she also completed a Clinical Reasoning Development program. Erin’s extensive experience includes roles as a pharmacy intern at Albertson’s Pharmacy and advanced practice rotations in general medicine, ambulatory care, infectious disease, and health systems. She has presented research on blood culture contamination at ASHP Midyear and has been recognized as a Dean’s List student throughout pharmacy school. Passionate about service, Erin has volunteered with food pantries, international education, and pharmacy outreach programs.

"Invest in your future. Discover the limitless opportunities that await you through our Pharmacy Residency Program. Your journey to becoming a pharmacy leader starts here!" - Dr. Nanhee Lee, Program Director

Contact Us

Please contact Program Director, Nanhee Lee, PharmD at 520.263.2251 or Nanhee.Lee@canyonvistamedicalcenter.com

PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Program Brochure