Specialized Pediatric Care
As a research and teaching hospital, we offer the best in pediatric medicine. Our network features over 590+ physicians and specialists providing high quality care in more than 50 pediatric medical and surgical subspecialties.
Excellence in Pediatrics
Leadership in child health through education is central to Johns Hopkins All Children's mission. We believe expert care begins with education. Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital (JHACH) is dedicated to providing high quality education to a variety of audiences, including practicing physicians, medical students, residents, fellows, clinical and allied health professionals, and families.
Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital Pharmacy Residency Program has a highly qualified, experienced, and dedicated group of preceptors to assist you in becoming a skilled pediatric clinical pharmacist. This flexible program will allow you to tailor your residency to fit your interests and professional goals.
Our high acuity institution is at the forefront of clinical practice, which will allow you to expand your knowledge base and refine your clinical skills. We want to make this an exceptional learning experience for you.
From the clinical providers to the logistical support, we are the organization that puts patients first. We ground ourselves in values, treat our teammates with respect, and strive to provide better futures for all children.
Our Mission and Vision
Our vision is Creating healthy tomorrows… for one child, for All Children.
Our mission is to provide leadership in child health through treatment, education, advocacy and research:
- Treatment. Deliver quality services with compassion and commitment to family-centered care
- Education. Provide educational programs for our patients, families, employees and healthcare professionals
- Advocacy. Provide leadership in promoting the well-being of children
- Research. Develop, support and participate in clinical, basic and translational research
Residency Program Structure
The PGY2 Pediatric Specialty Residency at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital is a 12-month, ASHP accredited program, which offers an ideal balance of five required core pediatric rotations and four elective rotations throughout the year. Required rotations include General Pediatrics, Antimicrobial Stewardship, Neonatal Intensive Care, Critical Care, and Hematology/Oncology. Elective rotations are available in a variety of subspecialty areas and tailored to fit the strengths and interests of the resident. Required rotations are 5 weeks in length with the exception of Oncology, which is 4 weeks. Elective rotations are 4 weeks in length. Longitudinal rotations are yearlong in length.
| Required Rotations | Elective Rotations | Additional Learning Activities |
| Orientation | Infectious Diseases | Microbiology Lab |
| General Pediatrics | Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) | Medical Emergency Team |
| Antimicrobial Stewardship | CVICU | Discharge Reconciliation |
| NICU | NICU II | Medication Teaching |
| Critical Care (PICU) | Emergency Medicine | APPE Student Precepting |
| Hematology/Oncology | BMT Ambulatory Clinic | Formal Didactic Lecture |
| Patient Care (longitudinal) | Cardiology Ambulatory Clinic | ACPE-accredited Grand Rounds |
| Research (longitudinal) | Cystic Fibrosis Ambulatory Clinic | Interdisciplinary Committees |
| Education (longitudinal) | Medication Safety | Research Curriculum |
| Pharmacy Practice (longitudinal) | Pharmacy Administration | Leadership/Wellness Curriculum |
Program Benefits
- Resident stipend: $58,656 annually
- Work environment: office with personal work area, desktop computer with 2 monitors, workstation on wheels (WOW), desk and smartphone, access to appropriate technology and references, including an annual subscription to Lexicomp Pediatric Drugs Mobile App
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 8 hours are accrued every 2 weeks (can be used for vacation, personal and sick days)
- Vacation days should be taken during an elective or project month and should be requested as soon as the need for time off is determined. All vacation days must be approved by the rotation preceptor and the RPD prior to making travel arrangements.
- PTO days must be utilized for personal interview days
- PTO may not be taken the last week of the residency
- Up to 10 Education days may be utilized for attendance at required conferences
- In addition, JHACH provides a total of 7 paid fixed holidays per calendar year. These include New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day.
- Holidays which fall on Saturday will be observed on the preceding Friday, and holidays which fall on Sunday will be observed on the following Monday.
- Residents must work one major holiday and one minor holiday.
- Travel Expenses
- The resident is provided funding for attendance at the ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting and the Pediatric Pharmacy Association (PPA) Annual Meeting.
- The resident is responsible for meeting registration, flight, and hotel reservations.
- Travel should be coordinated with the Pharmacy Administrative Coordinator.
- To obtain reimbursement after conference attendance, the resident must submit all expense receipts to the Pharmacy Administrative Coordinator.
- JHACH Employee Benefits
- Onsite Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Counselor
- Free covered parking
- Group Insurance
- Medical, dental and vision insurance plans
- Prescription drug coverage, low deductibles/copays, out-of-pocket limits
- Supplemental policies are available through MetLife and Unum
- Retirement and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Fitness center discounts