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Pediatric Post Graduate Year Two Residency Program

Build upon your Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) education and PGY-1 pharmacy residency program training to contribute to the development of clinical pharmacists in specialized areas of practice at Baptist Health/ Wolfson Children’s Hospital.

Application Info

Application Instructions

Application deadline:
January 2, 2026

ASHP Match Number:
689561

Phorcas Application:

  • Personal Statement/ Letter of intent
  • Current curriculum vitae
  • Three references
  • Transcripts

For questions contact:
Amanda Mixson, PharmD, BCPPS
PGY-2 Pediatric Residency Program Director
Pediatric Clinical Pharmacist - PICU/CVICU
Amanda.mixson@bmcjax.com

Overview

The 12-month Post Graduate Year Two (PGY2) Pediatric Residency Program at Wolfson Children's Hospital provides residents with opportunities to function independently as practitioners by conceptualizing and integrating accumulated experience and knowledge and incorporating both into the provision of patient care and other advanced practice settings. Residents who successfully complete an accredited PGY-2 pharmacy residency program are prepared for advanced patient care, academic or other specialized positions, along with board certification.

  • The flexibility of the PGY-2 Pediatric Residency Program will allow the resident to cater their residency experience based upon his or her goals, interests and experience.
  • The resident is required to complete core rotations essential to becoming a well-rounded pediatric pharmacy practitioner.
  • A variety of elective rotations are available, allowing the resident the opportunity to pursue their individual goals.
  • The PGY-2 resident is required to develop and complete a major research project, which will be presented at the annual pediatric
  • pharmacy association (PPA) or equivalent.
  • The resident will have the opportunity to continue their develop oral and written communication skills and participate in leadership and practice management committees.
  • Upon successful complete of the residency program, residents will receive a certificate of completion.

Application Info

Application Instructions

Application deadline:
January 2, 2026

ASHP Match Number:
689561

Phorcas Application:

  • Personal Statement/ Letter of intent
  • Current curriculum vitae
  • Three references
  • Transcripts

For questions contact:
Amanda Mixson, PharmD, BCPPS
PGY-2 Pediatric Residency Program Director
Pediatric Clinical Pharmacist - PICU/CVICU
Amanda.mixson@bmcjax.com

pharmacist smiling at a computer

Residents are expected to:

  • Provide pharmaceutical care to patients in various settings
  • Develop independent learning skills
  • Function as an integral member of the healthcare team
  • Promote and support a safe and effective medication use process
  • Provide drug information to healthcare providers
  • Maintain a professional ethic

Residency Specifics

Additional Program Information

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