Characteristics of the Ideal Postgraduate Year 1 Pharmacy Practice Residency Candidate: A Survey of Residency Program Directors

Conclusions:
Strong letters of recommendation and intent along with prior experience with an applicant are highly valued. Although leadership positions and scholarship are not ranked as highly, they may distinguish applicants if the preceding criteria are met. Applicants should strive to build relationships with preceptors and obtain work experience or experiential rotations at potential residency locations.

Source: Journal of Pharmacy Practice - January 16, 2014 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Gohlke, A. L., Ray, D. B., El-Ibiary, S. Y., Barletta, J. F. Tags: Pharmacy Education Source Type: research