The PGY2 solid organ transplant residency at Intermountain Medical Center provides training in kidney, pancreas, liver, heart, and lung transplantation. Pediatric abdominal and heart transplant experiences are also available. The focus of our program is to develop residents into highly skilled pharmacists, fully integrated within the interdisciplinary solid organ transplant team.  

Our residency facilitates clinical and professional growth and emphasizes evidence-based medicine, efficient communication, and the ability to critically assess and manage complex transplant patients. Residents will also have numerous opportunities to develop teaching, precepting and presentation styles through Intermountain Health’s affiliation with local pharmacy schools.  

Graduates of this residency program will possess the skills necessary to be highly competitive for career opportunities in any solid organ transplant setting. 

Residency Qualifications

  • Graduate of ACPE-accredited school of pharmacy
  • Successful completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 pharmacy residency
  • Eligible for Utah licensure

Program Requirements and Opportunities

  • Expected to obtain Utah pharmacist licensure within the first 90 days of the residency program 
  • Completion of one ACPE-accredited continuing education presentation 
  • Completion of a research project
  • Completion of two transplant department education presentations
  • Obtain ACLS and PALS certification 
  • Precept learners on rotation 
  • Interact with and teach medical residents
  • Poster presentation at a national conference 
  • Podium presentation at regional Mountain States Residency Conference or other venue 

Staffing Requirements

  • Residents staff every 3rd weekend 

Application Requirements

  • Application submission through PhORCAS including:
    • Curriculum vitae 
    • Letter of intent addressing why you wish to complete a PGY2 solid organ transplant pharmacy residency at Intermountain Medical Center 
    • Three letters of recommendation

All application information must be received prior to 10 pm MST on January 2nd, 2025.

Benefits

Please visit the Residency Program Benefits page for details