Residency Eligibility
Qualifications for participation in the PGY2 Oncology Pharmacy Residency Program are in accordance with criteria set forth by the American Society of Health System Pharmacists (ASHP).
- Graduate of an ASHP Accredited PGY1 Pharmacy training degree program
- Graduate of an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)-accredited Doctor of Pharmacy degree program.
- Residents must be licensed or eligible for licensure in order to be licensed in MA within 120 days of the commencement of the residency.
- Residents must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Work authorization sponsorship for this position is unavailable.
- Residents shall participate in and obey the rules of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) Resident Matching Program
Must I attend the ASHP midyear meeting to be considered for the BIDMC Residency?
No. While attendance at the meeting provides a direct opportunity to meet and discuss our program, we recognize that not everyone is able to attend. Selections for interviews will be based on our review of the submitted applications through PhORCAS.
Application Deadline
Application deadline for the BIDMC PGY2 Oncology Residency Program will be the first Friday in January of the year you wish to begin the program.
Application Materials
Application templates are available electronically using the Pharmacy Online Residency Centralized Application (PhORCAS). All applicants must provide the following:
- Letter of Interest, including a statement of professional goals and reasons for pursuing a PGY2 Oncology Pharmacy Residency
- Curriculum Vitae
- Three Letters of Recommendation
- Official Pharmacy School Transcript
Submission of Application Materials
Applications to the BIDMC PGY2 Oncology Residency program are to be submitted electronically using the Pharmacy Online Residency Centralized Application (PhORCAS).
Personal Interview
Applicants considered for an appointment will be invited to a virtual interview with the program director and selected faculty. An interview can be arranged only when your application file is complete Completed application packets will be reviewed by select members of the Residency Advisory Committee (RAC) to determine candidates that most closely match the BIDMC program goals and opportunities.
- Completed application packets will be reviewed by select members of the Residency Advisory Committee (RAC) to determine candidates that most closely match the BIDMC program goals and opportunities.
- Selected candidates will be invited to an interview with the residency program director, program preceptors, and pharmacy management. The interview will include a short (15-minute) patient vignette presentation to the group.
- Following the interview process, residency candidates will be ranked based upon the collaborative input with regard the interviews and qualifications of the candidate.
- A rank list will be submitted to the Resident Matching Program.
How are candidates selected for an interview?
Completed applications will be reviewed by members of the Residency Advisory Committee to determine candidates that most closely match the BIDMC program goals and opportunities. Your letter of intent, CV, scholastic record and letters of recommendation weigh heavily in the review process. We also consider work experience, career goals, leadership activities, teaching experience and involvement in professional activities as important factors in our selection process.
What should I expect during the interview?
The interview process entails a full day (8:00 am - 4:00 pm) of meetings with the Residency Director, clinical preceptors, administrative staff and the current residents. Each applicant will be asked to present a 15-minute clinical case during the interview day.
Acknowledgment of Residency Match
Residents matched to the BIDMC Residency program will receive an acceptance letter acknowledging the match and delineating the general terms and conditions of the residency. Acknowledgment in writing by the resident will constitute acceptance of the match and agreement to fulfill the duties of the residency position for the upcoming year.