Pharmacy Resident, (Residency Program) at University Medical Center of El Paso – El Paso, Texas

Job Description:

This is an experiential training position to develop the skills of the pharmacy resident through a variety of clinical and administrative practice opportunities. Rotations offered include, but not limited to: General Adult Medicine, Critical Care Medicine, Pharmacy Administration, Infectious Diseases, Ambulatory Care, Emergency Medicine, Toxicology, and Research. Program objectives will be guided by American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) standards and achieved primarily by progressively independent, less supervised work. The resident will actively participate and promote the clinical pharmacy activities of the department.

Required Skills:

1. Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities.


2. Knowledge of principles and processes for providing exceptional customer service.


3. Effective oral and written communication skills.


4. Knowledge of and ability to use computer applications.


5. Advanced Pharmacy knowledge of pharmacy terminology and procedures.


6. Knowledge of relevant Federal and State laws

Required Experience:

Work Experience:

No previous work experience required.

License/Registration/Certification

Current pharmacy license in Texas or obtain licensure by September 1st of the residency year.

Education and Training:

Graduate from an ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy.

12 hours of ACPE-approved continuing education per year