Application Interview Process

All applicants must participate in the ASHP Resident Matching Program.

If you are interested in becoming a Resident at Swedish’s PGY1 Program, please apply as follows:

Register for the ASHP Resident Matching Program by January 2
Submit all application materials via the PhORCAS system consisting of:
- Curriculum vitae - no longer than 10 pages. Please include any previous names used in official correspondence. See frequently asked questions about the application process for details on content.
- Letter of intent (one page only). Please address letter of intent to “Resident Selection Committee.” See frequently asked questions for details on content. Note that personal statements will not be accepted.
- Three letters of recommendation. Two must be from an inpatient or acute care rotation preceptor, one must be from a pharmacy employer or staff pharmacist (see frequently asked questions about the application process for exceptions). If using a Swedish preceptor as a reference, only one Swedish preceptor reference is allowed, and you must provide a total of four letters of recommendation.
- Official copy of college transcript for pharmacy school; please include undergraduate transcript if pharmacy school is Pass/No Pass.
All materials must be received by January 2, 11:59PM EST in order to be eligible for consideration for an interview. Please note that mailed submissions will NOT be accepted.

Send to the National Matching Program. The SMC ASHP match number is 154413. Results of the match will be released via email on Wednesday, March 19.

For further detailed application information, please refer to frequently asked questions or email Kris Eng, Residency Program Coordinator.