As a resident, what would my major project be?
rhombus2022-10-27T06:46:39-07:00Residency|
We never know where opportunity will strike, and this is what you as the resident brings to Kelley-Ross. Your ideas, your insight, your boldness – that’s what we want. We can then combine your energy with ours. In the end, we brainstorm together to come up with a project that [...]
What sort of projects do the residents do?
rhombus2023-03-23T11:55:11-07:00Residency|
Anything and everything. We want them involved across our service lines, across our divisions, embracing the full spectrum of what it means to be a healthcare professional. Patient care, service development, precepting, business planning, staff development, leadership – it all happens in various capacities. Some examples of past projects [...]
Are you affiliated with the University of Washington (or any other academic program)?
rhombus2023-03-23T11:51:09-07:00Residency|
Our residency program is not officially affiliated with the University of Washington. However, our residents are invited to precept and teach in clinical skills labs and have the option to earn their teaching certificate with the University of Washington. Many Kelley-Ross pharmacists maintain clinical faculty appointments at the University [...]
Do the residents present their projects at any conferences?
rhombus2022-10-27T06:36:16-07:00Residency|
Yes. We typically present poster presentations at the WSPA Northwest Convention. Depending on project progress we may also present poster and podium presentations at the APhA Annual Meeting or NCPA Annual Meeting. We also may present at other non-pharmacy specific conferences as opportunities arise.
If I’m not selected, will I be notified before the match deadline?
rhombus2022-10-27T06:35:23-07:00Residency|
Yes, we will notify all candidates of their status prior to the match deadline.
Will a candidate be selected before the match?
rhombus2022-10-27T06:34:40-07:00Residency|
Yes. We generally try to have our selection process completed a couple weeks before the match to allow for candidates to decide if they want to participate in the match or accept our programs offer. If a candidate accepts our offer, we expect to have a signed contract in place [...]
What is your interview process?
rhombus2023-03-23T11:49:30-07:00Residency|
The Selection Committee, composed of the Residency Program Director (RPD), preceptors and current residents, conduct the on-site interviews of the applicants and complete the standardized rating form. On-site interviews include: Site tour 1:1 time with the current resident Three formal interviews with leaders in the department 20-minute case study [...]
What if my school is on the pass/fail system rather than a traditional letter grade system?
rhombus2022-10-27T06:33:06-07:00Residency|
In addition to transcripts from the school, please inquire if your school provides a letter detailing the grading system. Some schools will also provide information on course average percent as a measure of individual student performance. Please send this information in addition to your application materials. If your school does [...]
What is your application process?
rhombus2023-03-23T11:50:19-07:00Residency|
Initial applications need to be received by December 31st. An application must include: Three letters of recommendation (to be sent in directly to KR by the author) Curriculum vitae (CV) or Resume Transcripts from pharmacy program (unofficial transcripts accepted) One-page essay on your interest in the Kelley-Ross residency program [...]
What is the staffing requirement for your residency?
rhombus2022-10-27T06:31:17-07:00Residency|
Our residents staff eight hrs/week and one Saturday per month. This time is scheduled into your work-week, but can be flexible as needed to accommodate other programs and experiences.