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PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Program at MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital
Number of positions: 1
Residency period: June 22, 2026 - June 18, 2027
Estimated stipend: $68,000
Interview required: Yes

Benefits:
Full benefits package (health, dental, vision)
20 paid time off days, 1 personal day per six months, and 4 paid holidays
Full reimbursement for 2 major pharmacy conferences 
On-Site Parking 

All applicants must meet the following criteria and submit all requested materials: 

Pre-requisites: graduated from ACPE-accredited College of Pharmacy and eligible for D.C. pharmacist licensure. 

Application materials to be submitted online via PhORCAS by January 1st

Cover letter
Curriculum vitae
Three (3) professional letters of recommendation
Official academic transcripts: pharmacy school transcripts only if multiple degrees obtained

Program Contact:

Residency Program Director:
Lubna Kousa, PharmD, MA. 
lubna.e.kousa@medstar.net

https://www.medstarhealth.org/education/residency-programs/pharmacy-medstar-national-rehab

About MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital

PGY-1 pharmacy residency programs build on Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) education and outcomes to contribute to the development of clinical pharmacists responsible for medication-related care of patients with a wide range of conditions, eligible for board certification, and eligible for post graduate year two (PGY2) pharmacy residency training. The PGY-1 pharmacy residency program at the MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital is designed to produce a well-rounded pharmacy healthcare professional through exposure to multiple acute care experiences in various settings that expand upon fundamental knowledge for general inpatient pharmacy services.

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