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PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Program

Mercy General Hospital

Program Description

The PGY1 Pharmacy Residency at Dignity Health Mercy General Hospital is a 52-week program designed to give the resident comprehensive training in providing pharmaceutical care in an integrated health system. The PGY1 program at Mercy General Hospital blends core and longitudinal rotations with elective experiences.

Dignity Health Mercy General Hospital is a 313-bed acute care community hospital and also a major referral center with renowned excellence in cardiovascular services. We have been caring for the Greater Sacramento region since 1925 and offer a full range of services including: emergency care, general surgery, oncology, family birth center, neurological care, orthopedic surgery and rehabilitation services. We are affiliated with local schools of pharmacy and serve as a training site for pharmacy IPPE/APPE students, nursing students/residents, and family medicine residents.

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Program Highlights

  • Opportunity for teaching certificate
  • PGY2 early commitment opportunities with various PGY2 programs within CommonSpirit Health
  • U.S. News & World Report rated High Performing Hospital for cardiology and heart and vascular surgery
  • The Joint Commission Certified Chest Pain Center
  • The Joint Commission Advanced Total Hip and Total Knee Replacement
  • The Joint Commission Advanced Primary Stroke Center
  • The Joint Commission Advanced Ventricular Assist Device
  • Leapfrog 'A' Hospital Safety Grade

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Welcome Message from Program Director

Welcome to the PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency Program at Dignity Health Mercy General Hospital. We are located in Sacramento, California and offer two PGY-1 residency positions each year.

At Mercy General Hospital, we have nearly three decades of ASHP accredited residency experience and a supportive team of pharmacy preceptors and leaders. We strive to support each resident's goals and career development for an enriching residency year and future success. As a resident at Mercy General Hospital, you will encounter dedicated preceptors with valuable clinical experience, high professional standards, and an enthusiasm for the practice of pharmacy. Each day residents are presented with opportunities to expand their clinical pharmacy practice skills and knowledge base through direct patient care activities and multidisciplinary collaboration.

We are excited for the upcoming application season and look forward to getting to know you. Please reach out with any questions.

Sincerely,
Elizabeth (Liz) Pilorin, Pharm.D, BCCCP
Clinical Pharmacist Specialist
Residency Program Director

Learning Experiences

Required Learning Experiences

Orientation
Transitions of Care I
Transitions of Care II
Adult Internal Medicine I
Adult Internal Medicine II
Hospital Practice Longitudinal
Hospital Practice I
Hospital Practice II
Critical Care
Research/Presentations Longitudinal
Research/Presentations Concentrated
Clinical Leadership Longitudinal
Pharmacy Management Longitudinal

Additional Learning Experiences

Cardiology
Ambulatory Care
Emergency Department I
Emergency Department II
*Other elective learning experiences may be developed based on resident interest and preceptor availability

Training Locations

  

Mercy General Hospital

Sacramento, California

  

Compensation & Benefits

Salary

Approximately $79,040

Health & Wellness

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance

Time Away & Flexibility

Sick Leave
Paid Time Off (PTO)

Professional Benefits & Perks

Employee retirement program with employer matching contributions

Professional Travel Reimbursement (Registration, Airfare, Mileage, Hotel)

BLS and ACLS Certification
Personal White Coat
Personal pharmacy scrubs
Free onsite, covered parking

Our Community

Mercy General Hospital is a historic cornerstone of the Greater Sacramento region. Operating as a community hospital and a major regional referral center, our facility is widely celebrated for excellence in advanced heart and vascular care.

Sacramento is a lively city that makes it easy to enjoy both urban life and the outdoors.

  • The Farm-to-Fork Capital: food scene with great restaurants, local craft breweries, and a popular farmers' market
  • Neighborhood Charm: located in historic East Sacramento, our hospital sits in a walkable, tree-lined neighborhood packed with local coffee shops and public parks
  • Central geography makes travel easy. You are just a short drive away from skiing in Lake Tahoe, wine tasting in Napa Valley, or exploring San Francisco.
At Dignity Health Mercy General Hospital, you will find the perfect balance: evidence based training at a leading cardiovascular center paired with a supportive professional family. We invite you to step into a residency that demands your best, prioritizes your success, and offers an exceptional California lifestyle.
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How to Apply

PGY1 Pharmacy Practice resident applicants must apply through PhORCAS (WebAdmit), the electronic pharmacy residency application service offered by ASHP.

All applications must be submitted through PhORCAS. Please review the official PhORCAS portal directly to confirm the exact closing deadline.

Interviews are usually scheduled during late January and February. The following materials are required to complete your application:

  • Pending completion of an accredited Pharm.D. program
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Personal Statement/Letter of interest
  • College transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation

We will notify the applicant by email with the assigned interview date and time. Interviews will be in-person.
ASHP code: 9991123
NMS code : 330013

Faculty and Residents

   

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Contact Information

Residency Program Director (RPD):
Elizabeth (Liz) Pilorin, Pharm.D., BCCCP
Elizabeth.Pilorin@commonspirit.org

Residency Program Coordinator (RPC):
Sanjit (Sonia) Bhullar, Pharm.D., BCCCP
Sanjit.Bhullar@commonspirit.org

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