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 12-month 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 12-month 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 I & II
  • General Medicine (8 weeks)
  • Infectious Disease/ Intensive Care Unit (8 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)
• Wound Care (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.

Longitudinal Learning Experiences (Year-round)

• Research & Medication-Use Evaluation
• Advanced Pharmacy Practice (staffing) (every 3rd weekend)
• 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.

2023/2024 Pharmacy Resident

Dr. Mario Sanchez, PGY1, graduated from the University of Arizona College of Pharmacy, May 2023. He completed his General Medicine APPE rotation at CVMC in October and pursued residency with CVMC. Mario brings a positive attitude and a willingness to learn and work with all the health professionals at CVMC. He also brings 8 years of retail pharmacy experience and is interested in Critical Care, Emergency, and Infectious Diseases. Outside of work, Mario likes to go hiking, running, cycling, swimming, playing video games, and hanging out with friends and family.

"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