Grundey, Jennifer K.

Parteleno, Pat

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Ohio Northern UniversityDigitalCommons@ONUPharmacy Faculty Scholarship Pharmacy4-2016How Do Doctor of Pharmacy Candidates Identifyand Obtain Post-Graduate Positions?Jennifer K. GrundeyOhio Northern University, j-kline.3@onu.eduPat PartelenoOhio Northern University, p-parteleno@onu.eduFollow this and additional works at: https://digitalcommons.onu.edu/phar_facultyPart of the Medical Education Commons, and the Other Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical SciencesCommonsThis Poster is brought to you for free and open access by the Pharmacy at DigitalCommons@ONU. It has been accepted for inclusion in PharmacyFaculty Scholarship by an authorized administrator of DigitalCommons@ONU. For more information, please contact digitalcommons@onu.edu.Recommended CitationGrundey JK, Parteleno P. How Do Doctor of Pharmacy Candidates Identify and Obtain Post-Graduate Positions? Poster presentationat 138th OPA Annual Conference and Trade Show, Columbus, OH.HOW DO DOCTOR OF PHARMACY CANDIDATES IDENTIFY AND OBTAIN POST-GRADUATE POSITIONS? To assess post-graduate placement and factors that contributed to the identification and obtainment of  these positions. To determine actions completed during the position seeking process.OBJECTIVEMETHODSRESULTSDISCUSSIONJennifer Grundey, PharmD; Pat Parteleno, PharmDOffice of  Experiential Education, Ohio Northern University Raabe College of  Pharmacy A survey was created in Qualtrics.-Candidates were asked to provide their company of  employment and position details (if  applicable) such as title, practice setting and location.-Candidates were asked to identify all applicable factors that contributed to their obtainment of  the position (multiple choice questions with free text option).-Candidates were asked to identify all activities in which they had participated as part of  the position seeking process. This survey was sent via email in April 2015 to all Doctor of  Pharmacy candidates at a private, direct entry college of  pharmacy during their final advanced pharmacy practice experience (APPE).-Participation was voluntary.-No incentive was offered.-One follow-up email was sent.-This survey received exemption from the University’s Institutional Review Board. Candidates reported a range of  post-graduate positions, practice settings, and geographic locations (22 different states) (Figure 1).-38.8% of  candidates accepted a residency position-58.9% of  candidates obtained positions in community pharmacy (chain or independent); 35.7% obtained positions in hospital pharmacy-Top states where positions were obtained: OH (81); MI  (7); AZ (4); NC (4) The importance of  internships and APPEs may extend beyond the immediate experience and significantly influence employment opportunities for Doctor of  Pharmacy candidates (Figure 2).-32.6% of  candidates obtained a position at a   site/company where they had previously interned.-22.5% of  candidates obtained a position at a site/company where they had completed an APPE.-Other factors identified included professional meetings,    trade shows and residency showcases.  The value of  personal connections and networking must be recognized.-28.7% of  candidates indicated a personal connection or networking contributed to obtaining their position. The majority of  candidates distributed their CV and completed one-on-one interviews while fewer candidates completed online interviews (Figure 3). Limitations of  the survey include unknown generalizability to other schools, other states and other student populations.   Future studies should include: comparing multi-year data, including other schools and gathering more specific information regarding activities completed during position seeking process. Courses focused on topics such as professionalism or career planning should highlight the potential impact of  internships, IPPE and APPE placement, participation in career fairs, and personal connections/networking on a student’s career. INTRODUCTION In recent years, there has been some concern regarding the availability of  post-graduate opportunities for Doctor of  Pharmacy candidates.  As the pharmacy landscape continues to evolve it is important to know the factors that contribute to position obtainment upon graduation.Figure 2Figure 3Figure 16245144 2 1Practice Setting of  Positions Obtained, n = 129Community Pharmacy: ChainHospital PharmacyCommunity Pharmacy: IndependentAmbulatory CareLong Term CareManaged Care Response rate: 147/155 students (94.8%)  87.8% had obtained a position at the time of  the surveyRESULTS, CONTINUED22.5%4.7%32.6%5.4%0.0%4.7%20.2%6.2%30.2% 31.0%4.7%% of Candidates Factors Influencing Position Obtained1942526394125125Completed online (i.e. Skype, FaceTime) interviewCompleted group interview (in person) with potentialemployerCompleted phone interview with potential employerProvided letters of recommendationProvided contact information for calls to referencesDistributed CVCompleted one-on-one interview (in person) withpotential employerActivities Completed During Position Seeking ProcessCONCLUSION

How Do Doctor of Pharmacy Candidates Identify and Obtain Post-Graduate Positions?

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