Pharmacy Residency Application for Pharmacy Residency at Shepherd Center

PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Application Requirements

Shepherd’s Pharmacy Residency Program welcomes candidates from all backgrounds and lifestyles. We offer two year-long resident positions, available to individuals who: 

1. Possess a Doctor of Pharmacy degree. 
2. Are eligible for licensure in the state of Georgia. 
3. Are enrolled in the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) Matching Program (National Matching Service Code 286813).

Pharmacist Application Submission Instructions 

How do you apply for a pharmacy residency position? Shepherd participates in the Pharmacy Online Residency Centralized Application Service (PhORCAS). To apply, the following must be submitted through PhORCAS by the deadline to be considered for an onsite interview: 

• Curriculum Vitae 
• Letter of intent 
• Three letters of recommendation from preceptors or employers 
• Pharmacy school transcripts 
• Notification of any work permit, visa, or licensure issues 

Pharmacy Residency Application Deadlines

Applications for the 2024-2025 training cycle are now open. Apply by January 3, 2024.

Selection will be based on a letter of intent, the qualifications of the applicant, and letters of recommendation. After the initial review process, select applicants will be invited for a live interview. 

Pharmacy Residency Benefits 

• An estimated stipend of $48,000
• Comprehensive benefits package
• 24 Paid days off (PDO) which can be used for sick days, interview days, and vacation time 
• Travel allowance to attend professional meetings