Are pharmacy residencies hard to get?

Of these, more than 1000 students dropped out before ranking any programs, most because they did not get an interview. In the final tally, just over 3000 students matched with a PGY1 program. Let that sink in for a second. Based on 2016 numbers, the odds of getting into a residency are just a little better than 1 in 2.

How stressful is pharmacy residency?

Lee conducted a survey among pharmacy residents and found that pharmacy residents working more than 60 hours per week experienced significantly higher stress levels. Cohen and colleagues reported that medical residents who worked more hours per week reported higher stress scores.

What is pharmacy burnout?

Pharmacy burnout is a significant patient safety issue. It is impacting patients today with delayed prescription fulfillment, unacceptable waits for vaccines and testing, and potential errors due to high volume, long hours and pressure to meet performance metrics.

Are pharmacists depressed?

A survey conducted in 2015 showed that 64.5% of pharmacists reported that their stress levels have increased over the previous year. This was mainly attributed to an increased workload. Workload stress and the residency environment could be a contributing factor to increased reports of depression in pharmacy residents.

What questions should I ask at a pharmacy residency program?

List of Pharmacy Residency Interview Questions

  • Can you please tell us a little about yourself?
  • What motivated you to become a pharmacist?
  • Why did you attend pharmacy school?
  • What do you perceive to be the role of the pharmacist?
  • Can you describe your experience working in the pharmacy profession?

How do I ace a pharmacy residency interview?

  1. Arrive prepared.
  2. Introduce yourself well.
  3. Do not feel bad being nervous.
  4. Listen to the questions you are being asked.
  5. Use examples relevant to pharmacy practice.
  6. Be honest, but not be too honest (and definitely do not lie)
  7. Do not disclose confidential patient information.
  8. Do not bash others or be a ‘hater’