Health Mart PGY1 Community-based Pharmacy Residency Program

Advance Your Career. Help Transform Independent Community Pharmacy.

Are you ready to help shape the future of pharmacy? The Health Mart Postgraduate Year One (PGY1) Community-based Pharmacy Residency Program invites passionate, forward-thinking applicants to ignite their careers in a setting that values innovation, leadership, and advancing health outcomes for all.

This program is a transformative, hands-on experience in independent community pharmacy, empowering you to make a meaningful impact that extends far beyond the counter.

Why Choose Us?

1. Health Mart stands at the forefront of independent community pharmacy, supporting nearly 4,000 pharmacies nationwide with expert leadership and unwavering support to help elevate patient-centered care. Health Mart is proud to be a member of the McKesson family.
2. Engage in hands-on, impactful patient care services—actively participate in improving patient outcomes and developing innovative services to advance independent community pharmacy practice. This immersive experience fosters growth, leadership, and a deeper understanding of the pivotal role pharmacies play in transforming healthcare at the local level.
3. Work directly with experienced pharmacy leaders and mentors to acquire valuable leadership perspectives, develop effective strategies for addressing challenges, and cultivate a robust professional network that fosters career growth.
4. Collaborate with distinguished faculty mentors at the University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin) College of Pharmacy to enhance residency teaching experiences. Participate in a dynamic, hands-on Teaching and Leadership Fellows Program (TFLP) that immerses you in the field of pharmacy education.
5. Help shape the future of pharmacy—you'll actively engage in advocacy initiatives, collaborate with pharmacy leaders, and develop the skills to become an influential community leader and pharmacy advocate.

What you can expect:

• 12-month residency program that begins July 1st each year and ends June 30th the following year
• Competitive salary and benefits package with support available for attending regional and national professional meetings
• Supportive environment that values personalized patient-centered care and professional excellence
• Inspiring work dedicated to enhancing pharmacy and healthcare services
• Expert guidance from a residency leadership team comprised of past residents, industry experts, and mentors

Practice Sites

Step into the heart of innovation at Family Pharmacy @ Las Colinas, which will serve as your primary practice site for immersive learning, patient care services, and real-world pharmacy leadership.

You’ll also gain hands-on experience across a variety of practice settings including our partner UT Austin College of Pharmacy and ambulatory care clinics to the Office of Health Mart. Each location is thoughtfully chosen providing you with the opportunity to develop professionally, form meaningful connections, and make a significant impact on patient care and the future of pharmacy.

Required Learning Experiences

To Join us you:

• Must graduate from an ACPE-accredited PharmD program and be eligible for Texas pharmacist licensure
• Should be motivated, capable of working independently, and possess strong communication skills
• Possess a strong desire to advance independent community pharmacy
• Aspire to advance your role beyond dispensing – including leadership, innovation, and pharmacy advocacy

Application Information & Requirements

Applications can be submitted using Pharmacy Online Residency Centralized Application Service (PhORCAS) beginning in November of each year. More information can be found at https://www.ashp.org/phorcas.

Applications are due January 5th, and must include the following:

• Residency program application
• Personal statement
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Three electronic letters of recommendation
• Official College of Pharmacy transcript

Health Mart participates in the ASHP Resident National Matching Program (the "Match"). More information about the Match can be found at https://natmatch.com/ashprmp/.

Program Accreditation Status

The Health Mart PGY1 Community-based Pharmacy Residency Program conducted by Health Mart, Irving, Texas, has an accreditation pre-candidate status with ASHP.

Meet the Residency Team

Where You’ll Find Us

• ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting
• ASHP Residency Directory
• Various Virtual and On-site Residency Career Fairs & Showcases
• Digital & Social Media – Follow McKesson and Health Mart Corporate

About Health Mart

Health Mart is a network of nearly 4,000 independently owned pharmacies across the United States, united by a commitment to personalized, community-centered care. The franchise emphasizes collaborative relationships, innovative pharmacy practice, and accessible healthcare solutions. Health Mart empowers pharmacy professionals to make a meaningful impact through comprehensive services and flexible, locally focused operations in diverse communities nationwide.

The Health Mart resident is a member of the Office of Health Mart team, which allows you exposure to strategic initiatives, marketing, and operational functions that support Health Mart Pharmacies, including initiatives within the Health Mart Atlas Pharmacy Services Administration Organization (PSAO). As a resident, you will get exposure to initiatives through which these other business units also support independent pharmacy practice, including pharmacy ownership consulting, supply chain, technology and healthcare innovation beyond pharmacy.

Ready to Shape the Future of Community Pharmacy?

Take the next step in your pharmacy career—join a network of passionate professionals dedicated to advancing patient care and community health. Discover your potential, expand your influence, and ignite lasting change with the Health Mart PGY1 Community-based Pharmacy Residency Program.

Your journey begins here. Mark your calendar, prepare your application, and become a leader in independent community pharmacy.