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PGY2 Infectious Diseases Pharmacy Residency Program

St. Rose Dominican Siena Campus

Program Description

Elevate Your Expertise: The PGY2 Infectious Diseases Residency at SRD.

Forge your path as a clinical leader through the PGY2 Infectious Diseases (ID) Residency at St. Rose Dominican Siena Campus—a program designed for those ready to master the complexities of infectious diseases. Our program offers an immersive, fast-paced training environment where you'll collaborate alongside elite ID pharmacists and physicians. We bridge the gap between general practice and specialized mastery, transforming PGY1 graduates into clinical experts ready to lead the charge against advanced infectious disease conditions.

As a vital member of our interdisciplinary healthcare teams, you won't just observe—you will drive pharmaceutical care and take direct responsibility for patient outcomes. From acute inpatient rotations to cutting-edge specialized clinics, our program empowers you to function with bold independence. Here, you will integrate advanced knowledge and clinical intuition to provide exceptional care, preparing you to become a definitive leader in the field of infectious diseases. Additionally, our program is affiliated with Roseman University of Health Sciences, College of Pharmacy, which offers the Teaching Certificate.

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Program Highlights

  • Clinical rounds with infectious diseases physicians
  • Ongoing collaboration with our medical residents including providing noon-conference presentations
  • Contribute to an interdisciplinary health care team offering patient - specific interventions to optimize infectious diseases outcomes
  • Serve as Co-chair for the St. Rose Antimicrobial Stewardship Committee to develop pharmacy practice management skills
  • Gain hands on experience in the microbiology lab while becoming familiar with benchwork, rapid assay testing and the value of MALDI - TOF in the assessment of infectious diseases patients
  • Exposure to the management of outpatient infectious diseases patients through various clinics including Southern Nevada Health District
  • Enhance your skills in conducting clinical research, a medication use evaluation and quality improvement initiatives
  • Strengthen your communication skills by presenting formal and informal lectures, writing a professional manuscript, and leading interdisciplinary discussions
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Welcome Message from Program Director

Thank you for your interest in the Pharmacy Residency Program at Dignity Health - St. Rose Dominican Hospitals. We are delighted that you are considering us for this pivotal step in your professional journey.

At St. Rose, our mission is more than just providing medical care; it is about extending the healing ministry of the Sisters of the Holy Cross. We are looking for residents who are not only clinically driven and intellectually curious but who also lead with compassion and integrity.

Our program is designed to challenge you, support you, and prepare you to be a leader in the pharmacy profession. You will work alongside a dedicated team of preceptors who are committed to your growth, both as a clinician and as an advocate for your patients.

We invite you to explore our site, meet our team, and see how our culture of excellence can help you reach your career goals. We look forward to getting to know you during this interview season.

Learning Experiences

Required Learning Experiences

*Travel is required
6 weeks, except when noted.

  • Antimicrobial Stewardship I (5 weeks)
  • Antimicrobial Stewardship II
  • Farabi Wellness Center*
  • General Infectious Diseases I and II
  • ID Clinic
  • Infection Control and Microbiology
  • Orientation
  • Public Health*
  • Research Project (9 months)

Additional Learning Experiences

Elective (4 weeks)

  • Advanced Microbiology
  • Emergency Medicine
  • HIV Clinic*
  • Medical ICU
  • Pediatrics/Neonatology
  • Surgical ICU
Other
  • Teaching Certificate (12 months, available through an application process)

Training Locations

Dignity Health - St. Rose Dominican, Siena Campus

Clark County, Nevada

Dignity Health - St. Rose Dominican, San Martín Campus

Clark County, Nevada

Compensation & Benefits

Salary

$57,602

Health & Wellness

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance

Financial

Financial support for attending required professional meetings (ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting)

How to Apply

  • Application Deadline: January 2nd
  • Application submitted thru PhORCAS
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Letter of intent
  • Three (3) letters of recommendation,
  • Official copy of academic record (transcript) from college of pharmacy
Faculty & Residents
  

Contact Information

Elizabeth Gonzalez
Program Director
elizabeth.gonzalez@commonspirit.org

Lisa Krautstrunk
Program Coordinator
lisa.krautstrunk@commonspirit.org

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