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March 25, 2024
Events and General Announcements
PLS - 3 on 3 Basketball Fundraiser!
Phi Lambda Sigma is hosting a 3-on-3 basketball tournament fundraiser! Join us in the ARC MPR on Tuesday, April 9th at 6:30 to compete or cheer on your friends! Teams of 3 require a payment of $18 ($6 per participant) to enter the tournament. The winning team will win prizes! 3/25
"ISPOR 2024-2025 Elections"
Join the ISPOR Executive Board! Organize events and initiatives promoting pharmaco-economics and outcomes research among students. Perfect for healthcare and economics enthusiasts looking to develop leadership skills. Apply by April 26th. Learn more about the various positions before you apply! Questions? Contact Kevin Lin (kl20829623@sju.edu) or Dhruv Modi (dm20833949@sju.edu). 3/25
Professional Opportunities
Riddle Hospital is hiring Pharmacy Students
Riddle Hospital in Media, PA is looking for per diem pharmacy students. The requirements are only to work 2 8 hour shifts every other weekend. The latest student shift ends at 7:30pm. Pay is competitive with nearby hospitals, but without city tax. Please reach out to Madalynne Burford with any questions, maddy.burford@sju.edu, 267-398-9743. 3/25
Unique Job Opportunity at Grapefruit Health
Grapefruit Health is a start-up company that has partnered with a health system to perform clinical tasks and allow students to gain valuable experience in healthcare. At Grapefruit Health, we are engaging the healthcare professionals and administrators of the future, today. This exciting new opportunity will allow you to gain experience performing telephonic outreach with patients to ask them questions about their medications and identify any compliance concerns. You will be responsible for making calls to the patients, following a set medical record form, and documenting the findings in the electronic record. This opportunity allows you to work from the comfort of your own home. We require just 80 calls per week, completely around your schedule. Learn and
build confidence in communicating with patients over the phone, gain experience documenting in a medical record and build your resume before venturing into the clinical world!
Earn $15 -$30 per hour. Click the button below to apply If you have any questions at all, please contact us at brandon@grapefruit.health. Posted by Dean Foote. 3/25
Events and General Announcements
Commencement 2024 Graduate Salute Information
Mark your calendars for Graduate Salute! Graduate Salute will be held on:
University City
Athletic/Recreation Center
March 25 and 26, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
At the Graduate Salute, you will be able to:
• Purchase your cap and gown
• Purchase your diploma frame
• Order your graduation announcements
• Order your class ring
• Sit for a formal portrait
• Register to win prizes including a cap and gown, diploma frame and more.
Note: If you are unable to attend the Graduate Salute, you may purchase your regalia online, as well as your ring, diploma frame and announcements. After the event, regalia will also be available for purchase in the bookstore on the Hawk Hill campus. Posted by Mr. Dominguez. 3/21
Medical Spanish Club's Next Meeting
Medical Spanish Club will be having our next meeting on Wednesday, 03/27, at 6:30 PM in LLC103. As always, all are welcome to attend, regardless of Spanish-speaking knowledge! Please reach out to Julia (jm20630101@sju.edu) with any questions. Hope to see you there! 3/21
Film Showing on UC Campus! Ramadan American.
The SJU Asian Studies program is sponsoring a showing of the Film Ramadan American on Wednesday March 27th 5:45 to 8:45 in IPEX 237. A light vegetarian iftar meal will be served at 7:15. All are invited. Posted by Dean Foote. 3/21
SNPhA elections for next school year!
Our mission: SNPhA is an educational service association of pharmacy students who are concerned about
the profession of pharmacy, healthcare issues, and the poor minority representation in these areas.The purpose of SNPhA is to plan, organize, coordinate, and execute programs geared toward the improvement of the health, educational, and social environment of minority communities. Serving the Underserved. Join our Executive Board and be part of a dedicated team committed to making a positive impact in the pharmacy profession and community! 3/21
APRIL 8TH AT 11:59pm IS THE DEADLINE TO SUBMIT APPLICATION
SCCP Bite-Sized Learning!
SCCP will be holding a virtual "bite sized learning" event on April 9th from 2-3pm where you will learn about different clinical pharmacy specialties, what a floor pharmacist work flow involves, and also to give you practice on clinical patient cases you may see at practice. Come join SCCP on zoom for bite sized learning and a chance to enter to win prizes!! 3/21
PCP-SSHP x Operation SUD Jeopardy!
Join SSHP & Operation SUD for a fun game of jeopardy where you can learn more about several substance use disorder related topics! This event will be on April 9th 2-3pm in STC 137, winners will receive prizes! Reach out to Nicole Asmar (na20834139@sju.edu) with any questions. 3/21
PLS & PCP-SSHP Speaker Event with Dr. Steve Sheaffer
Join us for an engaging discussion on advocacy as a professional obligation in the pharmacy profession with this retired PCP faculty, past ASHP president and John W. Webb Lecture Award Recipient! 3/21
Celebrate Women's History Month!
Happy Women’s History Month! For the month of March, the DEI Task Force will be showcasing an influential woman in the field of pharmacy weekly. Our second piece is focused on Dr. Gloria Niemeyer Francke! Posted by Dr. Bradford. 3/18
CAN YOU ESCAPE THE PHARMACY?
Join APhA for Escape the Pharmacy on April 4th! A fun escape the room mystery right here at our campus; filled with pharmacy riddles, puzzles and activities! Grab your friends and make a team of 3- TOP 3 TEAMS get a prize! Sign up through the link and come play with us April 4th at LLC 102 from 1-3 PM :). 3/18
Pharmaceutical Sciences & Toxicology Alliance's First GBM!
Are you a student in pharmaceutical sciences, pharmacology and toxicology, or simply want to know more information about the department? Join us for PSTA's first GBM Friday, March 22nd from 12:30-1:30 pm in LLC 103. Come learn who we are and what we plan to do! There will be free pizza and games! 3/18
Professional Opportunities
*P4 Students* Consider Applying to the APhA Executive Postgraduate Program in Washington DC!!
The American Pharmacists Association (APhA) will have openings for the 2024-2025 APhA Executive Postgraduate Fellowship. Applications for one of our Education Fellowship positions will be posted soon. APhA staff is currently updating the site, which will include the application link. The deadline for applications will be April 15. Learn more at the button below. Posted by Dr. Jeon. 3/21
Internship Opportunity - Digital Document Reviewer at a Health Law Firm
Are you a detail-oriented pharmacy student seeking part-time experience? Health Law Alliance, a boutique healthcare law firm, is looking for a meticulous Digital Document Reviewer. In this role, you'll analyze electronic documents, identify key information, and collaborate with legal teams to assess potential impacts on legal cases in the healthcare sector. A bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required, along with familiarity with digital document review processes, strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and the ability to work both independently and with legal professionals.
How to Apply: For more details and to apply, see linked Job Description. Posted by Dr. Peterson. 3/21
LVH-Schuylkill Now Hiring Pharmacy Intern
Lehigh Valley Hospital – Schuylkill in Pottsville, PA is now hiring a pharmacy intern! This is a great opportunity to build your resume and experience hospital pharmacy. For your convenience, virtual interviews are available. Posted by Dr. Greene. 3/21
Paul R. Darcangelo, PharmD, MBA
Manager of Pharmacy Operations
Lehigh Valley Hospital – Schuylkill
Phone: 1-570-621-4148
IHS Pharmacy Booth at APhA
The Indian Health Service pharmacy program will be hosting an informational/recruitment booth at the 2024 APhA Annual meeting in Orlando on March 22-24.
We welcome any students, student preceptors, faculty, and current pharmacists to stop by and learn about the exciting and rewarding opportunities to serve as a pharmacist within American Indian/Alaska Native communities. There are many benefits to working as an IHS pharmacist including competitive salary, benefits, and multiple avenues for student loan forgiveness/repayment. Learn more below. Posted by Dr. Greene. 3/18
PCP-SSHP Post-Match Residency Panel! Join PCP-SSHP on Thursday, April 11th on ZOOM!
PCP-SSHP is looking for P4s who have matched into a residency program to participate in our annual Post Match Panel. This will take place on Thursday, April 11th at 7pm on ZOOM! If you're interested in speaking about your residency matching experience, please consider joining us and fill out this google form. The deadline to sign up is April 1st, 2024 - spread the word to those you know who matched as well (even from other pharmacy schools)! Participants should be prepared to answer any questions the audience may have regarding the match process. This is a great opportunity to share your knowledge and advice with fellow student pharmacists! Thank you in advance! Please reach out to Rachel Chan at rc20834387@sju.edu with any questions. 3/18
PCP Interview Day - Thursday, March 28th - Griffith Hall
On Thursday, March 28th, Main Line Health, Virtua Health, Walgreens, Rite Aid, & CVS Health will be on campus interviewing students for full-time jobs and internships. Apply by clicking on the job postings at the link below. The application deadline for all positions is Wednesday, March 20th at 11:55pm. You must have a resume uploaded and approved on your Handshake profile to apply for interviews. If you are unable to attend an in person interview, but would be available to interview virtually, please reach out to careerhelp@sju.edu. Posted by Dr. Greene. 3/18
Walgreens Corporate Pharmacy Internship applications are open!
The annual Corporate Summer Internship Application is now open for students to apply. This is a great experience for students to gain exposure to how overall strategy and execution is created and reviewed for the entire Company.
At a glance:
The Walgreens Corporate Pharmacy Internship is returning Summer 2024 for twelve weeks (May 20 through August 9, 2024) at our Support Office and company headquarters in Deerfield, IL.
Online applications can be found via this link > search 1365234BR in keyword field for Job Search. Posted by Dean Foote. 3/18
Mission Statement
The mission of the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy is to educate and develop students to become leaders and innovators in patient care, research and business who are differentiated by their professional and ethical values.
The College is distinguished by its leadership role and impeccable professional ethics establishing a global reputation for impacting the profession of pharmacy though advocacy, excellence in patient care, interprofessional collaboration, developing innovative practice models, research and development, and healthcare business.
Vision Statement
The Philadelphia College of Pharmacy will be globally recognized for developing learners who excel in innovative, compassionate, collaborative, evidence-based patient care, scientific and practice advancements, research and healthcare business.
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