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RAFT
OPT for RAFTOpportunities for Post ‐Graduate Training after PharmD
A presentation of the Residency and Fellowship Toolkit (RAFT) prepared by the Genzyme/MCPHS Biopharmaceutical Fellowship Team
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RAFTTodayToday’’s Discussions
Discussion
• Career Planning
• Residency and
Fellowship
Opportunities
• Application Insights
• Letter of Intent and CV Tips
• Introduction to
Interviewing
• ASHP Midyear Networking Strategies and Tips
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Opportunities for Post-Graduate Training after PharmD
A presentation of the Residency and Fellowship Toolkit (RAFT) prepared by the Genzyme/MCPHS Biopharmaceutical Fellowship Team
RAFT
OPT for RAFT
Career Planning
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RAFT
http://www.oc.edu/services/career/forstudents/images/free_cartoon_000.jpg
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RAFTAfter GraduationAfter Graduation
• Where do you see yourself in five years?
• What would be your ideal pharmacy position?
• What are
you
passionate about?
•• You have to think about these answers You have to think about these answers sooner sooner rather than rather than
later later
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RAFTPharmacyPharmacy
Career PathsCareer Paths
AcademiaAcademiaCommunityCommunity
(Retail)(Retail)InstitutionalInstitutional
Ambulatory Ambulatory
CareCareIndustryIndustry
• Clinical practice
• Economic,
social, and
administrative
sciences
• Pharmaceutical
sciences
ManagementManagement
• Chain staff
• Management
• Compounding
• Independent
• Association
• Corporate
• Clinical Specialist
• Staff
• Management
• Health Center
• Home Health Care
Consulting/OtherConsulting/Other
• Government
(Federal)
• Mail Service
• Managed Care
• Nuclear Pharmacy
• Benefits
Management• Long Term Care
• Contract Research
Organization
• Medical
Communications
• Drug Information
• Drug Safety
• Medical Science
Liaison• Research and
Development
Adapted from: http://www.pharmacist.com/AM/Template.cfm?Section=Pathways_Program&Template=/CM/ContentDisplay.cfm&ContentID=12183
Career ChoicesCareer Choices
Available to
PharmacistsAvailable
to
Pharmacists
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RAFTLocal Pharmacy
AssociationsLocal
Pharmacy
Associations
• Join your local pharmacy association
• Inquire about
mentoring
or
shadowing
opportunities
• Example:
Industry Pharmacists Network (IPN)
• Email: [email protected]
• Open to: Students and professionals interested in mentoring opportunities within
the pharmaceutical
and
biopharmaceutical
industry
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RAFTOpportunities for Pharmacists in Opportunities for Pharmacists in
IndustryIndustry
• Medical Affairs
• Clinical Research
• Drug Safety
/ Pharmacovigilance
• Medical Information
• Regulatory Affairs
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RAFTMedical AffairsMedical
Affairs
• Purpose: To optimize patient benefit from company products through
support of
– Scientific exchange
– Research
– Publications
– Education
• Typical roles held by pharmacists
– Medical Science Liaisons
– Scientific/Medical Communications (Publications/Medical Education)
– Medical Writing
– Investigator Sponsored Study Development/Management
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RAFT
10
Integrated Planning Approach
Cross Functional Partnership Harmonizedto Improve Patient Therapeutic Outcomes
Commercial & MedicalCommercial & Medical
Strategic Business PlanStrategic Business Plan
M&S Functional Plan MA Functional PlanM&S Functional Plan MA Functional Plan
Improved Patient OutcomesImproved Patient Outcomes
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RAFT
Stakeholder Insights
The 3 Building Blocks of Medical AffairsThe 3 Building Blocks of Medical AffairsThe 3 Building Blocks of Medical Affairs
Data Generation
What do they value, whatdrives their decisions?
Clinical development plansand lifecycle managementprograms to address theinsights via GSTs and ISSs.
Customer Success
Clinical and ScientificExchange
Communicating the valueof our therapies to the
Health Care decisionmakers via publications,presentations, field (MSLs),and Med Ed Programs
Adapted from Shaping MA, Dec 18, 2008, UG
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RAFT
Evidenced Based Published Data Evidenced Based Published Data
informs decisions
in
the
Health
informs
decisions
in
the
Health
Care SystemCare System
12
Publications are Critical forMedical Affairs!
Publications are Critical forPublications are Critical forMedical Affairs!Medical Affairs!
Publication of study results is encouraged by independent medical journals (ICMJE) and required by regulators (NIH/clinicaltrials.gov)
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RAFT
Fellow
Mentors
Other Fellowship
Programs
Preceptor
Other Departments
Medical Affairs
Senior Genzyme
leaders to maximize
learning potential
Appropriate level
leader to allow for
frequent interaction
MaximalVisibility
Develop BestPractices
Fellow’s Goals:
•Maximize learningexperiences•Build CV through tangibleprojects, conferences, andpublications
•Personal and professionalGrowth•Optimize networkingopportunities
and ultimately…
•Line up a job
Medical Affairs FellowshipMedical Affairs Fellowship
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RAFTDay in
the
LifeDay
in
the
Life
Sheryl Selvey, PharmD MBA
Sr. Scientific
Communications
Specialist
– Cardiovascular
Genzyme, a Sanofi Company
and
Shariq Ali, PhD
Associate Director
of
Medical
Affairs
‐Cardiovascular
Genzyme, a Sanofi Company
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RAFTClinical ResearchClinical
Research
• Study Management
– Oversee execution of the protocol
• Protocol Development
– Study design, inclusion/exclusion criteria, treatments administered, statistical plan, etc.
• Site Evaluation and Monitoring
– Site Auditing,
Source
Documentation
Review,
Accountability
• Investigational Product Management
– Site Pharmacy Initiation and Training
– Investigational Product Forecasting and Supply Management
– Patient Kit
and
Labeling
Design
– Patient Randomization (Manual or IVRS)
– “Investigational Pharmacist for the Company”
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RAFTClinical Research
Clinical
Research
‐‐QualificationsQualifications
• Qualifications
– Varies based on position
– Clinical Operations / CRAs – BS in Science or Health Field, some have
advanced degrees (PharmD, OD, etc.)
– Study Managers – often start as CRAs and are advanced through to managers
• Where do pharmacists fit?
– Study Operations (CRAs, Managers)
– Investigational Product Management (Clinical Pharmacists)
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RAFTClinical Research
Clinical
Research
– – Day
in
the
LifeDay
in
the
Life
Paul Larochelle, PharmD, RPh
Principal Project Planning Analyst and Fellowship Coordinator
Clinical Pharmacy
Research
Services
Genzyme Corporation
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RAFTDrug Safety
/ PharmacovigilanceDrug
Safety
/ Pharmacovigilance
• Interdisciplinary team responsible for maintaining safety profiles for all products
– Individual case
processing
• Triage of information (reports from patients, physicians, investigators, etc)
• Data entry
• Narrative writing
• Correspond with reporters to request missing information
• Submit reports
to
regulatory
agencies
(MedWatch,
CIOMS
‐I)
– Preparing periodic/aggregate regulatory reports
– Assessing current literature for relevant safety information
– Management of case processing and periodic report submission
– Training and compliance
– Management of process documentation (SOPs)
– Signal detection/epidemiology
• Assess need to update product labelling
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RAFTDrug Safety
Drug
Safety
– – QualificationsQualifications
• B.S. or higher degree in life sciences
– Higher degrees (M.S./Ph.D.) or healthcare professional (PharmD/MD/RN)
preferred
• Entry level positions will accept new grads as candidates
– Clinical experience, residency, fellowship or prior industry experience
preferred
– Competitive
• Attention to detail, organization, time management, communication and
writing skills critical
• Pharmacists can ‘fit’ into many different job functions
– Most will spend at least some time in case processing
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RAFTDrug Safety
Drug
Safety
– – Day
in
the
LifeDay
in
the
Life
Samantha Llanos, PharmD, RPh
Senior Global Patient Safety and Risk Management Fellow
Global Patient
Safety
and
Risk
Management
Genzyme Corporation
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RAFTMedical Information
Medical
Information
• Objectives
– Provide medical and product support for consumers, patients, and healthcare
professionals
• Job Responsibilities
– Develop answers for frequently asked questions
• Most
companies
have
an
outsourced
call
center – Develop custom responses for unique inquiries
– Write standard letters to disseminate to healthcare professionals
– Review marketing, sales training, and medical training materials for medical accuracy and completeness
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RAFTMedical InformationMedical
Information
• Types of calls medical information receives: – Lack of efficacy, product complaint, adverse events, inquiries for additional
clinical trial data, administration, off ‐label uses
• Examples: – “Is this still safe to administer if I’ve left it out of the refrigerator for 3 hours?”
– “I opened a new bottle of the medication and it smelled differently than
usual. Have you gotten any other complaints about this bad odor? Is it still
safe
to
dispense?” – “This product isn’t indicated for pediatric use. Are there any studies or case
reports of it being used in pediatrics? “
• Aside from medical science liaisons, medical information specialists are
the only
ones
who
can
talk
about
off
‐label
uses
of
products
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RAFTRegulatory Affairs
(RA)Regulatory
Affairs
(RA)
• Ensures that all departments
and processes comply with
regulations and laws
• From
preclinical
to
post‐
marketing
• Liaison between company
and federal agencies
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RAFTRegulatory Affairs
Regulatory
Affairs
– – QualificationsQualifications
• Education
– Bachelor’s degree
– Scientific, clinical
background
• Skills
– Written and verbal communication
– Project management and organization
– Analytical thinking
• Personality
– Attention to detail
– Adaptable
• Experience
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RAFTIndustry Pros
and
ConsIndustry
Pros
and
Cons
• Pros
– Horizontal and vertical
opportunities
– Multi‐disciplinary teams
– Dynamic work environment
– Standard
business
work
week
hours
– See innovative drugs before
commercialized
• Cons
– Deadlines
– No “typical” day
– Multitasking essential
– Therapeutic Areas may be
very
unique
compared
to
education
– Jobs can be in very
specialized area
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Opportunities for Post-Graduate Training after PharmD
A presentation of the Residency and Fellowship Toolkit (RAFT) prepared by the Genzyme/MCPHS Biopharmaceutical Fellowship Team
RAFT
OPT for RAFT
Residency and
Fellowship
Opportunities
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RAFTResidency: Why?Residency:
Why?
• The purpose of a residency is to further prepare a pharmacist for
practice
– Training provides
experience
working
with
a wide
range
of
patients
and
the
following advantages:
• A competitive advantage in the job market
• Networking opportunities
• Career planning
• Professional vision
– Experience is acquired through on the job training as well as a residency
project
• Completing the project requires formulating a question, creating a study design,
conducting a literature
search,
determining
feasibility
and
value,
conducting
the
actual study, interpreting the study data, and presenting the results
– Project and final results are presented at a regional residency conference
Source: http://www.ashp.org/rtp
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RAFTFellowshipsFellowships• Completed post‐graduation
• 1 – 2 + year programs
– Traditional Pharmacy Fellowships – Independently work to become a primary
investigator (CV Outcomes, Critical Care, etc.)
– Post‐PharmD Industry Fellowships – Develop a skill set to work in industry
(Clinical Research, Medical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, Marketing, etc.)
– Programs often have significant teaching component
• Highly competitive application process
• Compensation: $35,000 + per year
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RAFTTypes of
ProgramsTypes
of
Programs• Clinical Pharmacology Research
• Clinical
Research• Drug Information
• Drug Safety/Global Patient Safety and Risk
Management/Pharmacovigilance
• Medical Affairs
• Medication Safety
• Regulatory Affairs
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Opportunities for Post-Graduate Training after PharmD
A presentation of the Residency and Fellowship Toolkit (RAFT) prepared by the Genzyme/MCPHS Biopharmaceutical Fellowship Team
RAFT
OPT for RAFT
The Application
Process
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RAFT
Preparing for Application:Preparing for Application:
Personal DevelopmentPersonal
Development
• Professional Years 1‐3: Look for opportunities that will set you apart
– Internships
/
Shadowing – Research opportunities
– Speak to individuals about programs
– Work hard
– Network
• Make
sure
at
least
2
– 3
professors,
supervisors,
or
mentors
get
to
know
you
during
school (Employers
care
how
long
references
have
known
you
and
may
try
to
call
you out if all 3 references are rotation preceptors!)
• Connect with pharmacists who work in the field you’re interested in – learn how
they got to where they are, good and bad aspects of their jobs, etc.
– Get involved with student groups or professional organizations
– Clinical
experience
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RAFT
Preparing for Application:Preparing for Application:
PortfoliosPortfolios
• Content ultimately depends on you…
• Projects
and
Assignments
you
are
proud
of – Final Project Presentations for Courses
– Handouts Created for Rotations
– Speeches made or Demonstrations of Leadership
• Select Items
that
give
life
to
your
CV
– Include items listed on your CV
• Select Items that would demonstrate potential content in your
recommendation letters
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Opportunities for Post-Graduate Training after PharmD
A presentation of the Residency and Fellowship Toolkit (RAFT) prepared by the Genzyme/MCPHS Biopharmaceutical Fellowship Team
RAFT
OPT for RAFT
The Letter
of
Intent
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RAFTPurpose of
the
Letter
of
IntentPurpose
of
the
Letter
of
Intent• For Employers
– Evaluate the candidate’s writing
skills and
attention
to
detail
– Evaluate the candidate’s interest
in the program/position
– Evaluate the candidate’s fit
within the organization
– Decide whether or not the
candidate will
be
offered
an
interview
• For Candidates
– Indicate interest in the program
you’re applying
for
– Expand upon the contents of the
CV
– Show employers the person
behind the CV and transcripts
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RAFTWhat
Employers
Look
ForWhat
Employers
Look
For• Effort
– Should show that the candidate took the time to evaluate his/her interests
and skills
relative
to
the
requirements
of
the
position
– Should follow the proper format for a business letter and contain no typos,
spelling mistakes, or grammatical errors
• Fit
– Are the
candidate’s
skills
and
goals
in
line
with
the
requirements
and
goals
of
the program?
• Personality
– Does it come across in the letter?
– Would the
candidate
work
well
with
others
in
the
company
and/or
department?
Opport nities for Post Grad ate Training after PharmD
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Opportunities for Post-Graduate Training after PharmD
A presentation of the Residency and Fellowship Toolkit (RAFT) prepared by the Genzyme/MCPHS Biopharmaceutical Fellowship Team
RAFT
OPT for RAFT
CV Writing
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RAFTWhat
is
a
CV?What
is
a
CV?• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Directed toward the job you are applying for and should contain
relevant information only
– Leave off that summer lifeguard job from 2002
• Can contain
an
objective
statement
to
make
your
intentions
clear
• Provides a snapshot of published/presented work you have done
– Be
knowledgeable
of
this
information,
it’s
fair
game
for
interview
questions
• Preferred over resume for positions in the pharmaceutical industry
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RAFTWhat
to
IncludeWhat
to
Include• Header (first page only)
– Name, address, phone number, email
• Phone # you
can
actually
be
reached
at
(vs
home
#)
• School email address (something professional)
• Education
• Experience (pharmacy‐related)
– Include pharmacy
rotations
and
jobs
under
separate
headings
• Presentations, papers, projects, posters
• Organizations you belong to (pharmacy‐related and other)
– Especially if you have a leadership role
• Community Service
• Awards
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RAFTWhat
to
Leave
OutWhat
to
Leave
Out• Single courses completed vs degrees completed
– If you completed a non‐degree course that’s relevant to a specific
requirement for the position, do include it!
– Your community
cooking
class
can
probably
be
left
out
• High school information
• Graphics – unless the job you’re applying for involves using graphics
(web design, etc.)
• Projects
not
relevant
to
the
field/position
you’re
applying
for
• References (unsolicited)
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RAFTAdditional
InformationAdditional
Information• PROOFREAD!!!
– Have someone else proofread, too!
– Don’t use
inappropriate
abbreviations.
When
in
doubt,
spell
it
out!
• “Drug lit. anal.” should be “Drug literature analysis”
– “Concider,” “december,” “thsi,” “oppertunity,” “websit,” “dicovering”
• Length
– More
than
one
page
is
okay!
This
is
a
more
comprehensive
snapshot
of
your
professional background
• Appearance – Heavier watermarked paper of an appropriate color
– Single‐sided printing, black and white only, stick to one font
• Number of
copies
– 3 copies per interview to be on the safe side
Opportunities for Post-Graduate Training after PharmD
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Opportunities for Post Graduate Training after PharmD
A presentation of the Residency and Fellowship Toolkit (RAFT) prepared by the Genzyme/MCPHS Biopharmaceutical Fellowship TeamRAFT
OPT for RAFT
Introduction to
Interviewing
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RAFTIntroduction
to
InterviewingIntroduction
to
Interviewing
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RAFTCommunication
with
ProgramsCommunication
with
Programs• Foster building relationships with individuals associated with the program
• Who to
Contact
– Refer to program brochure
– Try to speak with a fellow in your program of interest
• When to Contact
– Early and
often
– Consistent periodic contact
• Email etiquette
– Formal language
– [email protected] not appropriate for gainful employment
• Social Networking Sites
– Privacy settings
– Inappropriate status updates
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RAFTShowcases and Personnel Placement Showcases and Personnel Placement
Services (PPS)Services
(PPS)
• Areas where programs each have an information booth
– Program directors
– Residents/fellows
• Stand out from the crowd by your interests and experience ‐ not for superficial
reasons
– Wardrobe malfunctions,
inappropriate
attire
– Bringing large/too many items in with you
– Turn OFF your cell phone
• Plan and prioritize which programs you want to speak with
– Maps
– Speak with programs of high interest first
– Stop by additional programs
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RAFTInterviewing:Interviewing:
Residency vs
FellowshipResidency
vs
Fellowship
Interview Significance at MidyearInterview Significance at Midyear
ResidencyResidency FellowshipFellowship
Majority of interview occurs on‐siteInitial interviews occur at PPS (some companies
have “rounds”)
Personnel Placement Services (PPS):
informational interviews are available
(sign up
early)
Invitation only receptions and sponsored
dinners may be offered as a continuation of the
interviewPGY2 residency applicants should interview at
PPSOn‐site interview is a call‐back
Interviewing at PPS is not necessary for PGY1
Interviewing at PPS is not necessary, but a
majority of fellowship interviews are conducted
here
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RAFTPreparing
for
the
InterviewPreparing
for
the
Interview• First Impressions
– Dress professionally
– Be on
time
– Be courteous and friendly with the other candidates
• Do your homework
– Know
the
program
and
company – Company portfolio, mission, values
– Current events
• Be prepared for multiple interviews
– Get enough
sleep
• Know your strengths and weaknesses
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RAFTPreparing
for
the
InterviewPreparing
for
the
Interview• Know your resume/CV
– Journal clubs, presentations,
etc.
• Short‐term and long‐term
goals – “5‐year plan”
• Clinical Questions – Residencies
• Ask Relevant Questions – Professional
background
– Academic components
– Cost of living
• Business Cards
• Thank you
cards
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RAFTDuring
the
InterviewingDuring
the
Interviewing
• Personality fit
• Be confident
and
honest
• Show interest in the company’s therapeutic
areas/residency’s therapeutic specialties
• Listen to the question
• Ask follow‐up questions
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RAFTTheir
First
ImpressionTheir
First
Impression
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RAFTDonDon’’t
be
Remembered
for
Thist
be
Remembered
for
This
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RAFTTough
QuestionsTough
Questions
TheThe ““Sit ational/Beha ioralSituational/Behavioral””
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RAFTThe The ““Situational/BehavioralSituational/Behavioral””
InterviewInterview• This style is growing in popularity
• Gives employers insight into the candidate’s decision making, ability to
work with others, and communication skills
• Employers may
or
may
not
elaborate
on
the
preferred
answer
format
–knowing the elements of a good answer ahead of time can help you
prepare
Handling Situational/BehavioralHandling Situational/Behavioral
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RAFTHandling Situational/Behavioral Handling Situational/Behavioral
Interview QuestionsInterview
Questions
• LISTEN to the question as it’s being asked. It’s appropriate to take a few
moments to think about it and formulate your answer. Answer thequestion they actually asked you – otherwise you will come off as
‘rehearsed’!
• Telling the complete story will make you stand out as a good
communicator
• Consider using the STAR method to formulate your answer
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RAFTThe
STAR
MethodThe STAR Method
• Describe the situation, project, or issue
– What happened and how does it relate to the question you have been asked?
• Describe your
thought
process
in
deciding
how
to
proceed
– What was your first reaction?
– Did you consider several options while coming to a decision? What were they
and why did you choose the option you chose?
• Describe the
actions
you
took
– Review your notes from interpersonal communication classes. Many of these
questions are about how you handle conflict
• Describe the results of your decision/action
– Going back, would you have done anything differently? (best to prepare
thoughts on this one ahead of time)
Citation Available Upon Request
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RAFTSituational
ExampleSituational Example
Question:
Tell me about a time when someone on your team was not pulling his or her
weight
Complete Story:
“1) I was on a team charged with____and one of the members was not showing
up to meetings. 2) My first reaction was___and as I thought more about it I
wondered if
it
was
possible
they
were
experiencing
a difficult
situation
which
was
contributing to the poor attendance. I decided to ask the person why she was not contributing. The person told me she had been absent because____. 3) I advised
her to just let the group know as soon as possible when she would be unable to
attend a meeting, so that rescheduling could be considered. We discussed the
issue of her contribution and decided to propose to the team that she help out
by____.
4) The
proposal
was
well
taken
by
the
rest
of
the
group,
and
by
having
a
modified assignment the group member was able to contribute to the project and
‘save face’ with her peers.”
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RAFTExample
Situational
QuestionsExample Situational Questions
Citation Available Upon Request
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RAFTShowcases/PPSShowcases/PPS
• You are expected to ask questions – if you don’t have anything to ask, you may appear disinterested
– If you know the brochure and company/hospital website inside and out, ask
questions about what it’s like to be in the program or work at the
company/hospital/pharmacy
– Make sure
the
answers
to
questions
you
ask
are
not
sitting
right in
front
of
you (i.e. how long is the program)
RAFTGeneral Questions for CandidatesGeneral Questions for Candidates
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RAFTGeneral Questions for CandidatesGeneral Questions for Candidates
to Ask
During
an
Interviewto
Ask
During
an
Interview
• What makes your program unique or successful?
• What is the vision for the department/program?
• Have there
been
any
significant
changes
in
the
program
this
year?
Are
there
any
changes planned for next year?
• How do expectations change for a student on rotation to a resident/fellow on
rotation?
• Tell me about a project a current resident/fellow is working on.
• How flexible
are
rotation
schedules?
Can
I change
rotations
that have
been
scheduled in the spring?
• How easy is it to get a desired elective rotation?
• How are residents/fellows evaluated during the program?
• What do
you
hope
your
residents/fellows
will
accomplish
by
the
end
of
their
programs?
• What are some of the former residents/fellows doing now?
RAFTGeneral Questions for CandidatesGeneral Questions for Candidates
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RAFTGeneral Questions for CandidatesGeneral Questions for Candidates
to Ask
During
an
Interviewto
Ask
During
an
Interview
• Interviewer specific
– What is
your
professional
background?
– Describe your typical day at work. How frequent are your interactions with
the residents/fellows (or director, if asking a resident/fellow)?
– What is your favorite part about your job?
– What made you get involved in the residency/fellowship process?
– What organizations
are
you
involved
with
(if
you
suspect
involvement)?
RAFTGeneral Questions for CandidatesGeneral Questions for Candidates
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RAFTGeneral Questions for CandidatesGeneral Questions for Candidates
to Ask
During
an
Interviewto
Ask
During
an
Interview
• Professional development
– What teaching
and
precepting
opportunities
are
available
in
this program?
– Are there any opportunities to publish? How about outside of my research
project?
– Are there opportunities for leadership development?
– Does your program offer travel expenses for professional meetings?
– Are there opportunities for leadership development?
RAFTWhat to Ask the CurrentWhat to Ask the Current
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RAFTWhat to Ask the Current What to Ask the Current
Residents/FellowsResidents/Fellows• Describe a good day and a bad day.
• Have you had any problems working with the director?
• What would
you
change
about
this
department?
• What are the best and worst things about this institution/company?
• Are your suggestions taken seriously?
• How much impact do you have on decisions?
• Are you asked for input?
• Have you had the opportunity to give lectures to pharmacy students? How
many?
• Have you had the opportunity to write or publish (review articles, hospital newsletter articles, case reports)?
• How accessible is the library?
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RAFTWhat to Ask the Current What to Ask the Current
Residents/FellowsResidents/Fellows• What time do you get to work, on average?
• How far do you live from work? How long does it take you to get to
work?
• Tell me about the town/city/state where your program is offered (cost of living, available public transportation, driving conditions, etc.)
• Is the neighborhood near the institution/company safe?
• Do you
have
to
pay
for
parking?
• Is there subsidized housing?
• Were you compensated for relocation?
RAFTResidencies:Residencies:
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RAFTResidencies:
What to
Ask
ProgramsWhat
to
Ask
Programs
• When do you typically start interviewing for residency candidates?
• How many residents do you accept each year?
• What are the components of your application?
• What is a typical week like for one of your residents?
• Will I have other residents to work with throughout the year?
• Will I get a chance to participate in elective rotations during my
residency?
• Have the pharmacy and residents ever worked with the medical
department on
research
projects?
RAFTResidencies:Residencies:
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RAFTWhat
to
Ask
ProgramsWhat
to
Ask
Programs
• What is the current pharmacy model? Are there any changes planned for
the future?
• Are you
ever
on
call?
• What are the staffing requirements for your residency program?
• Will I be allowed to moonlight at night and on the weekends?
• What are
the
benefits
provided
by
the
program?
• What clinics are available during the ambulatory care rotation? (if
applicable)
RAFTCommunity Residencies:Community Residencies:
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RAFTyy
What to
Ask
ProgramsWhat
to
Ask
Programs
• What are the requirements that residents must complete during their
residency year?
• What are
some
unique
features
of
your
program
as
compared
to
other
community pharmacy residency programs?
• Is your program APhA‐ASHP accredited?
• Is
your
program
affiliated
with
a
school
of
pharmacy? Are
there
opportunities for teaching?
• How many pharmacy sites does your residency program have? What
type of patients does your pharmacy site(s) serve? What types of
patient
care
services
does
each
site
have?
Opportunities for Post-Graduate Training after PharmD
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OPT for
RAFT
Making
the
Most
of
Midyear:
NetworkingMaking the Most of Midyear: Networking
RAFTNetworking Events: Tips and TricksNetworking Events: Tips and Tricks
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RAFT
http://www.cartoonstock.com/cartoonview.asp?search=site&catref=ahan31&MA_Category=&ANDkeyword=networking+events&ORkeyword=&TITLEkeyword=&NEGATIVEkeyword=
Networking Events: Tips and TricksNetworking Events: Tips and Tricks
RAFTNetworking Events: Tips and TricksNetworking Events: Tips and Tricks
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RAFTNetworking Events: Tips and TricksNetworking Events: Tips and Tricks
• RSVP – if you want to go but have another commitment, let them know
that!
• Remember your
manners
– DON’T “wait for others to open doors” – this is exclusion criteria for some
companies
– Turn OFF your cell phone
– If joining
a conversation
– which
might
be
necessary
as
some
of
these
events
get crowded – greet the people you know then introduce yourself to others in
the group
– Leave the rolling luggage in your room. Find a place to stow Expo tote bags
and other unneeded items. That bag hits one person’s drink/food and they’ll
remember you
for
being
“that
backpack
kid
who
ruined
my
suit.”
– Don’t complain about event details, no matter what! You never know who in
the room organized the event, chose the food, etc.
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RAFTNetworking Events: Tips and TricksNetworking Events: Tips and Tricks
• Treat the function as a continuation of your interview – dress professionally and
come prepared with questions
– Questions give program representatives a starting point for conversation
• Events with food:
– Don’t carry too much around or select awkward/messy items that require utensils
(unless there are no other options)
– Finish chewing before you speak
– Don’t think
of
it
as
“free
dinner”
• Events with alcoholic beverages:
– Let someone else order first – if they get a drink, feel free to have one too
– DON’T get
drunk
• Eat something beforehand ‐ you may not have the opportunity to at the event
– DO have a drink (even water works!) to have something in your hand
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RAFTNetworking Events Etiquette: Q&ANetworking Events Etiquette: Q&A
Q: What if I’m invited to attend a reception and more than one program
I’ve applied to is there?
A: Try to split your time equally between each program you are interested in.
You
can
spend
more
time
with
one
program
if
they
are
your
first
choice,
but beware, the other programs will notice!
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RAFTNetworking Events Etiquette: Q&ANetworking Events Etiquette: Q&A
Q: Must I keep conversation to “strictly business” topics?
A: Initially, then simply “go with the flow” of conversation.
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RAFTNetworking Events Etiquette: Q&ANetworking Events Etiquette: Q&A
Q: If at a reception/event and there are other candidates applying for the
same position, should I/how should I interact with my competition?
A: Be remembered for something, just not something bad; try not to be too
quiet,
but
also
don’t
be
overbearing.
Be
an
extrovert
(at
least
appear
to
be) so the program reps can get a sense of your personality and vice
versa.
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RAFTNetworking Events Etiquette: Q&ANetworking Events Etiquette: Q&A
Q: What are companies looking for/expecting from candidates at
receptions/functions?
A: Companies expect to see a slightly more relaxed version of you – it’s a
second
chance
to
leave
a
lasting
impression
in
their
minds.
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Networking Events Etiquette: Q&ANetworking Events Etiquette: Q&A
Q: How do I make my interaction with a program of interest memorable?
A: Ask relevant questions. Show that you have done your research on the
program and the company, but don’t recite the “company overview” tab
of
the
website
to
the
person.
Know
a
few
products
in
the
company’s
pipeline/portfolio.
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Networking Events Etiquette: Q&ANetworking Events Etiquette: Q&A
Q: What do I do if 2 events occur at the same time? Is it preferable to arrive
late and stay the duration of the event or arrive on time and leave early?
A: Go to your first choice and leave early, then stop by any others with your
remaining
time.
Again,
if
you
are
unable
to
stop
by
all
programs
you
are
interested in, make sure to follow up with a thank you to let them know
you are still considering their program.
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Q: What if I’m not interested in the company or position after interviewing?
A: Kindly let the program representatives know as soon as possible so that
you and the company use the remaining time efficiently
• Don’t
attend
a
reception
for
a
position
you
are
not
interested
in
Networking Events Etiquette: Q&Ag q Q
Opportunities for Post-Graduate Training after PharmD
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OPT for
RAFT
Resources and Links
RAFTAPhA Pathways ProgramAPhA Pathways Program
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y gy g
• Takes you through a series of questions about what’s important to
you/what you want your job to be like
• Uses your responses to “match” positions/career paths to your important factors
• APhA Pathways:http://www.enetrix.com/pls/aphap/!apha_pathways.welcome
RAFTResources:Resources:
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• ACCPhttp://www.accp.com/stunet/pathways.aspx
• APhAhttp://www.pharmacist.com/AM/Template.cfm?Section=Pathways_Program&Template=/CM/Content
Display.cfm&ContentID=12183
Career PlanningCareer Planning
RAFTResources:Resources:
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Career PlanningCareer Planning
• ACCP website for clinical experiencehttp://www.accp.com/stunet/compass/skills.aspx
• American Society of Health‐Systems Pharmacistshttp://www.ashp.org
• Biospace
http://www.biospace.com
• Medzillahttp://www.medzilla.com/cgi‐bin/internships
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Residencies and
FellowshipsResidencies
and
Fellowships
• From ASHP
– Residency FAQ’shttp://www.ashp.org/Import/ACCREDITATION/ResidentInfo/FAQs.aspx
– Residency Guide
http://www.ashp.org/s_ashp/docs/files/RTP_ASHPResidencyBrochure.pdf
• From ACCP
– About Residencies
http://www.accp.com/stunet/compass/residency.aspx – Types of Programs
http://www.accp.com/resandfel/resandfel.aspx
– ACCP Annual Meeting Residency and Fellowship Forumhttp://www.accp.com/meetings/am09/rfapplicants.aspx
• Residency and
Fellowship
Program
Directories
– http://www.accp.com/careers/onlinePositionListings.aspx
– http://www.accp.com/resandfel/search.aspx
– http://www.careerpharm.com/basicppsinfo.aspx
RAFTResources:Resources:
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Letter of
Intent
WritingLetter
of
Intent
Writing
• “How to Write a Winning Cover Letter”http://www.thedoctorjob.com/careercorner/view_article.php?id_article=13
• “Professional Pearls for Writing a Pharmacy Residency Letter of Intent”http://www.careerpharm.com/seeker/pps/Preparing_an_LI.aspx
• Examples of lettershttp://www.accp.com/docs/stunet/compass/LetterOfIntent.pdf
http://www.careerpharm.com/seeker/pps/LI_Sample.aspx
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CV WritingCV
Writing
• Many resources are available to help
you get started:
– http://www.ashp.org/Import/ACCREDITATI
ON/ResidentInfo/CurriculumVitae.aspx
– http://www.accp.com
• American College of Clinical Pharmacy
offers review and feedback of CV by
– http://www.accp.com/stunet/cv.aspx
• Sample templates – for formatting use
only!
– http://www.cvtips.com/resumes ‐and‐
cvs/cv‐example.html
• Your school’s career center!
RAFTResources:Resources:
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InterviewingInterviewing• Interview Preparation
http://www.accp.com/docs/stunet/compass/INTERVIEW_PREP_101.doc
• Behavioral Interview Questionshttp://www.acadweb.wwu.edu/hr/Employment/InfoForHiringOfficials/HiringPersonnel/Exempt/Sugge
stedInterviewQuestions.pdf
• Common Interview
Questions
http://www.mercer‐professional.org/resources/Pharmacy+Interview+Questions.doc
• APhA ‐ Residencies Information
http://www.pharmacist.com/Content/NavigationMenu3/PharmacyPractice/ResidenciesAdvancedTraining/StudentPharmacists/CPRP_Student_Pharma.htm
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