About the Program
The Medina Pharmacy Residency (PGY1) is a one-year program that takes place in the unique setting of a progressive community hospital. Residents will help implement and enhance pharmacy services while developing the skills necessary to become integral parts of the interdisciplinary healthcare team. Residents are involved in pharmacy case presentations, journal clubs, and seminar presentations. Other teaching opportunities include medical and nursing in-services, as well as co-precepting introductory and advanced pharmacy students. Residents complete a major research project over the course of the year. Residents may present their research at local, regional, and national pharmacy meetings. In addition to clinical and educational activities, residents are trained to become fully proficient in staffing pharmacy operations.
PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency Open House
Meet our preceptors and current residents to learn more about our PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency Program.
2025 In-Person Open House
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Please RSVP by Wednesday, November 26, 2025, to: longj3@ccf.org
Located in Northeast Ohio, Medina Hospital is a Cleveland Clinic hospital in Medina, Ohio. Medina Hospital is a 148-bed, acute care, non-teaching community hospital that has been serving the community since 1944. Known for its clinical excellence and extraordinary programs in Emergency Care, Orthopedics, and Surgical Services, Medina Hospital continues to invest in facility development to provide the community with enhanced services and specialized care.
- Required Rotations: 10 months total - each rotation is one month in length unless specified:
- Orientation (2 weeks of general orientation + 6 weeks of pharmacy practice orientation)
- Internal medicine (6 weeks)
- Advanced internal medicine
- Ambulatory care
- Critical care
- Emergency medicine
- Infectious diseases
- Medication safety/leadership
- Research (longitudinal + one dedicated month for data collection)
- Elective Rotations: 2 months total - including, but not limited to, the following options:
- Advanced internal medicine II
- Ambulatory care II
- Critical care II
- Emergency medicine II
- Infectious disease II
- Other potential off-site rotations within the Cleveland Clinic by request and availability
- Longitudinal Rotations:
- Drug information (12 months)
- Medication safety/leadership (10 months)
- Pharmacy practice (12 months)
- Research (12 months)
- Optional:
- Teaching certificate
- Leadership certificate
Presentations
Effective communication skills are paramount to thriving as a pharmacy practitioner. Many opportunities will be provided to help develop these skills, including:
- Formal presentations on patient cases, disease states, or other topics of interest to preceptors, students, Medina Hospital pharmacy staff and/or other individuals from Medina Hospital
- Pharmacy or nursing in-services as needed
- Didactic lectures to pharmacy students through the teaching certificate program
- Resident research presentations at regional and national conferences
Meetings and Conferences
Travel to pharmacy professional meetings is an important component of the Medina Hospital pharmacy residency. All residents have the opportunity to attend the ASHP Midyear meeting, during which program recruitment occurs, networking opportunities are available, and each resident may elect to present their research project at the poster session. In addition, residents will have the opportunity to present their research at other local and regional conferences. Resident approval to attend professional conferences will follow departmental and institutional practices. Reimbursement may be subject to restrictions based on departmental and organizational finances.
Staffing Requirements
ASHP guidelines recommend each resident complete a pharmacy practice component of the residency program. At Medina Hospital, this is achieved through staffing pharmacy operations, which is a crucial component to the development of professional practice skills and pharmacy practice distribution skills.
Residents will gain proficiency in medication distribution, incorporation of clinical services, and development of managing personnel. They will also develop insight into the operations, policies, and procedures of an acute care facility.
- Clinical rotation responsibilities are generally day shift, Monday through Friday
- Staffing responsibilities include:
- Two non-consecutive weekend days over a 3-week period (typically one Saturday and one Sunday, followed by one full weekend off)
- One 4-hour weekday evening shift over a 3-week period (4 hours of wellness time are granted to offset each of these 12-hour shifts)
- Rotating Cleveland Clinic recognized holidays, averaging one major and one minor holiday for each of the 3 pharmacy residents
- Residents have every third weekend off and no on-call responsibilities
- Residents may have opportunities to cover additional pharmacist shifts in concordance with ASHP's Duty Hour Requirements for Pharmacy Residencies, which will be compensated at the standard pharmacist overtime rate
- NOTE: The primary objective of the residency year relates to the pharmacy residency program objectives. The achievement of these objectives should not be hindered by other activities, including supplemental staffing shifts.
ASHP PGY1 Purpose Statement
PGY1 residency programs build upon Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) education and outcomes to develop pharmacist practitioners with knowledge, skills, and abilities as defined in the educational competency areas, goals, and objectives. Residents who successfully complete PGY1 residency programs will be skilled in diverse patient care, practice management, leadership, and education, and be prepared to provide patient care, seek board certification in pharmacotherapy (i.e. BCPS), and pursue advanced education and training opportunities including postgraduate year two (PGY2) residencies.
Residency Program Training Site
Type: Hospital: Acute Clinic
Owner/Affiliate: Cleveland Clinic
Model Type(s): Community Hospital
Tax Status: Non-Profit
Pharmacist Staff: 18
Non-Pharmacist Staff: 18
Total Beds: 148
Average Daily Census: 120-140
Application
Admission Requirements
Interested applicants must be PharmD graduates of an accredited college of pharmacy, be eligible for licensure in the State of Ohio (or Florida if applicable) and submit the standard application materials through Pharmacy Online Residency Centralized Application Service (PhORCAS), including a letter of Intent, CV, three references, and official college transcripts.
We request a minimum of one (two is preferred) of your three references to come from a preceptor who you have worked with in a clinical setting, such as an APPE in acute or ambulatory care. The clinical preceptor should be able to comment on your scope of responsibility, total patient load, level of autonomy, clinical abilities, and organizational and time management skills. All three reference writers should use the standard PhORCAS platform to submit their candidate recommendation.
Please submit all application materials via PhORCAS.
Deadline for receipt of these materials to be considered for an on-site interview is January 2, 2026 by 11:59 p.m.
Cleveland Clinic Health-System Residency sites agree that no person at these sites will solicit, accept, or use any ranking-related information from any residency applicant.
Cleveland Clinic values a culture of engagement and connection throughout the enterprise. We respect and appreciate our similarities and differences; they enable us to better serve our patients, one another, and our global communities.
Please Note: Residency applicants must be authorized for employment in the United States at the time they apply for the residency. Cleveland Clinic Pharmacy does not sponsor applicants for work visas.
Appointments of applicants to residency positions are contingent upon the applicants satisfying certain eligibility requirements [i.e. graduating from an accredited college of pharmacy, obtaining pharmacist licensure in Ohio (for Ohio sites) or Florida (for Florida sites) within 90 days of start date, and successful completion of a pre-employment physical and drug screen; including testing for cotinine and attendance of an onboarding appointment on-site at main campus in Ohio (or a Florida site for Florida programs only) or as otherwise directed by Occupational Health at least 2 weeks prior to the resident's start date].
Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate OPT (Optional Practical Training) Visas for the Cleveland Clinic Pharmacy Residency Program as the program extends beyond 12 months. TN (Trade NAFTA) Visas are acceptable; however, the candidate is responsible for the application process and all necessary fees. Cleveland Clinic cannot extend the candidate an employment letter until the candidate has matched with the Cleveland Clinic program and signed an acceptance letter. Any employment letter will state the length of the program (12 months if PGY-1 or PGY-2, 24 months if HSPAL or Pharmacotherapy).
Graduates of international pharmacy schools will be considered if they meet the ASHP criteria for application to residency (“To be eligible for pharmacist licensure, candidates must be graduates or candidates for graduation from an ACPE accredited degree program (or one in the process of pursuing accreditation) or have a Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Examination Committee (FPGEC) certificate from the NABP”).
More Information
Please direct further questions regarding the PGY1 program at Medina Hospital to:
Jordan D. Long, PharmD, MBA, MS, BCPS
Director of Pharmacy and PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency Program Director
Cleveland Clinic Medina Hospital
1000 E. Washington Street
Medina, Ohio 44256
Cell Phone: 216.379.7651
Email: longj3@ccf.org
Benefits, Travel & Compensation
The Pharmacy Practice Residency Program provides a wide array of benefits to you during your experience as a resident.
General
- Personalized lab coats and business cards
- Resident office space with desktop computer
- Individual laptop computer access
- BCLS/ACLS Certification
- Online library access
- Continuing education
- Complimentary parking
- Cleveland Clinic caregiver discounts
Health benefits
- Standard comprehensive medical coverage
- Prescription drug benefits
- Life insurance
- Disability
- Dental
- Vision
Leave
- 14 time off days
- Holiday leave (4 days)
- Wellness time (4 hours every 3 weeks)
Salary
- $51,000 (PGY1)
Frequently Asked Questions
Want to learn more about our program?
Meet our preceptors and/or current residents at any of the following recruitment events:
OSHP Residency Showcase
Saturday, October 25, 2025
2025 Virtual Open House
Monday, November 3, 2025
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
ACCP/SNPhA Virtual Residency Showcase
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm CST
2025 In-Person Open House at Cleveland Clinic Medina Hospital
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Please RSVP by Wednesday, November 26th, to: longj3@ccf.org
ASHP Midyear Residency Showcase
Monday, December 8, 2025
Booths 4200 | 4204 | 4208 | 4212
How much orientation is provided?
On your first day of employment, you will attend a system orientation to welcome you into the Cleveland Clinic family. After orientation, upon starting on-site at Medina, you will complete a variety of online educational modules and attend an EPIC training course to learn how to navigate the electronic medical record and computerized physician order entry system (CPOE). During the first three months, residents will learn the daily duties of a practicing pharmacist; alternating every two weeks between their Internal Medicine and Pharmacy Practice rotations. Each resident will be paired with a mentoring pharmacist during orientation to learn the daily activities of pharmacy operations.
How much vacation time is available?
Residents are provided with 14 time off days during their residency year. Days off must be approved by the residency program director and the director of pharmacy.
What is the stipend?
The stipend for the year is $51,000.
Are health benefits available to the residents?
Yes, pharmacy residents are eligible for health care coverage, like other Cleveland Clinic full-time employees.
What are the staffing requirements?
Residents staff in the central pharmacy two non-consecutive weekend days, with one full weekend off every 3-week period. Additionally, residents work one 4-hour evening shift per three-week period and are provided with 4 wellness hours to be used during that 3-week timeframe to offset the long-shift requirement.
What projects or presentations are required in addition to daily clinical activities?
Residents are responsible for one major research project; as well as completion of drug information questions, journal club presentations, formal presentations, case presentations, and nursing in-services on a varying schedule.
Do I attend professional conferences throughout the residency?
Yes, resident approval to attend professional conferences will follow departmental and institutional practices. Conferences that residents may attend include ASHP Midyear, the Ohio Chapter of Clinical Pharmacy (OCCP) Spring meeting, and/or other regional residency conferences as approved by the residency committee and Cleveland Clinic travel policies.
Does Medina Hospital financially support travel to conferences?
Yes, reimbursement may be subject to restrictions based on departmental and organizational finances.
What teaching opportunities are available at Medina Hospital?
Pharmacy residents have opportunities to present to the medical staff throughout the year and participate in community outreach for Medina Hospital. They may also choose to participate in the teaching certificate program available through Northeast Ohio Medical University. Additionally, each resident will co-precept students from various pharmacy schools.
Will I need an Ohio pharmacy license?
Yes, you are required to be licensed by the Ohio State Board of Pharmacy to practice as a pharmacist in the state of Ohio. Failure to achieve Ohio licensure within the first 90 days of start date will result in dismissal from the program.
Is the residency accredited?
The residency program is fully accredited by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists.
How many residents are selected?
Currently, Medina Hospital selects three residents each year.
Does this program participate in the match?
Yes, Medina Hospital participates in the match.
When is the application deadline?
Please refer to the application deadline found in PhORCAS.
When does the residency year begin and end?
The residency will begin mid-June and end no later than June 30 of the following year.
How are residents evaluated?
Residents are evaluated utilizing the PharmAcademic system. During each rotation, a summative evaluation will be completed. Residents will also be evaluated quarterly by preceptors who are working with the residents in longitudinal experiences.
Still have questions?
Please reach out to Jordan D. Long with any questions.
Program Personnel
Jordan Long, RPh, PharmD, MBA, MS, BCPS
Director of Pharmacy and PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency Program Director
longj3@ccf.org
Education & Training:
- Doctor of Pharmacy and Master of Business Administration, Cedarville University
- Master of Science, Northeast Ohio Medical University
- PGY1 & PGY2 Health System Pharmacy Administration Residency, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
Rotation(s) Precepted:
- Orientation
- Leadership
- Medication Safety
- Research
Philip Alfano, RPh, PharmD
Lead Pharmacist
alfanop2@ccf.org
Education & Training:
- Doctor of Pharmacy, University of Findlay
Rotation(s) Precepted:
- Pharmacy Practice
- Research
Zeinab Altaher, RPh, PharmD
Pharmacy Clinical Specialist
altahez@ccf.org
Education & Training:
- Doctor of Pharmacy, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
- PGY1 Pharmacy Residency, Millcreek Community Hospital
Rotation(s) Precepted:
- Pharmacy Practice
- Research
Jessica Blair, RPh, PharmD
Pharmacy Clinical Specialist
blairj6@ccf.org
Education & Training:
- Doctor of Pharmacy, The University of Toledo
- PGY1 Pharmacy Residency, University Hospitals Main Campus
- PGY2 Critical Care, University Hospitals Main Campus
Rotation(s) Precepted:
- Critical Care
- Research
Jennifer Jackson, RPh, PharmD
Pharmacy Clinical Specialist
jacksoj28@ccf.org
Education & Training:
- Doctor of Pharmacy, Northeast Ohio Medical University
Rotation(s) Precepted:
- Internal Medicine
- Infectious Diseases
- Research
McKenzie Montgomery, RPh, PharmD, BCEMP
Pharmacy Clinical Specialist
montgom8@ccf.org
Education & Training:
- Doctor of Pharmacy, The University of Toledo
- PGY1 Pharmacy Residency, Cleveland Clinic Medina Hospital
- PGY2 Emergency Medicine, Cleveland Clinic Fairview Hospital
Rotation(s) Precepted:
- Emergency Medicine
- Drug Information
- Research
Sarah Otto, RPh, PharmD
Clinical Pharmacist
ottos3@ccf.org
Education & Training:
- Doctor of Pharmacy, Ohio Northern University
- PGY1 Pharmacy Residency, Cleveland Clinic Medina Hospital
Rotation(s) Precepted:
- Pharmacy Practice
- Research
Antonietta Paneccasio, RPh, PharmD, BCACP
Pharmacy Clinical Specialist
panecca2@ccf.org
Education & Training:
- Doctor of Pharmacy, Duquesne University
- PGY1 Community-Based, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
- PGY2 Ambulatory Care, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
Rotation(s) Precepted:
- Ambulatory Care
- Research
Flavia Pasca, RPh, PharmD
Clinical Pharmacist
pascaf3@ccf.org
Education & Training:
- Doctor of Pharmacy, Northeast Ohio Medical University
Rotation(s) Precepted:
- Pharmacy Practice
- Internal Medicine
- Research
Nicholas Rudert, RPh, PharmD
Manager, Inpatient Pharmacy
rudertn@ccf.org
Education & Training:
- Doctor of Pharmacy, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Rotation(s) Precepted:
- Pharmacy Practice
Samantha Spencer, RPh, PharmD, BCPS
Pharmacy Clinical Specialist, Resident Research Coordinator
spences18@ccf.org
Education & Training:
- Doctor of Pharmacy, Ohio Northern University
- PGY1 Pharmacy Residency, Cleveland Clinic Akron General
Rotation(s) Precepted:
- Infectious Diseases
- Drug Information
- Research
Laine Vicarel, RPh, PharmD, BCPS
Pharmacy Clinical Specialist
vicarel@ccf.org
Education & Training:
- Doctor of Pharmacy, The University of Toledo
- PGY1 Pharmacy Residency, Cleveland Clinic Akron General
- PGY2 Ambulatory Care, The Health Management Group at St. Rita’s Medical Center
Rotation(s) Precepted:
- Emergency Medicine
- Research
Current Residents
Elisabeth Milk, RPh, PharmD
PGY1 Pharmacy Resident
milke@ccf.org
Education & Training:
- Doctor of Pharmacy, University of Buffalo
Clinical Interests:
- Infectious Diseases
- Infusion pharmacy
Why Medina?
- Cleveland Clinic Medina has a reputation for creating well rounded residents that consistently match PGY-2 or obtain jobs right after their PGY-1 year. Having worked 3 years as a Cleveland Clinic intern, I knew I wanted to stay within the health system. I was drawn initially by Medina’s excellent preceptors, range of rotations, and feel of the hospital. The residents are included in all the usual pharmacy tasks, so here at Medina you are seen and not just a number. I was especially impressed by the level of mentoring by the preceptors, who would tailor rotations to meet my goals. I feel challenged at Medina to constantly learn more, grow, and develop my clinical skills. In addition to the pharmacy, there is a lot to do in Medina as well as some really good local food; I haven’t eaten a bad meal yet!
Cheyenne Nutter, RPh, PharmD
PGY1 Pharmacy Resident
nutterc2@ccf.org
Education & Training:
- Doctor of Pharmacy, The University of Toledo
Clinical Interests:
- Emergency Medicine
Why Medina?
- I chose Medina Hospital because of the incredibly welcoming and supportive environment I experienced from the very beginning. The team fosters a culture that is both professional and fun, making each day rewarding and engaging. As a community hospital, the program offers a unique opportunity to form close connections with other healthcare staff outside of the pharmacy department. Medina has a great track record of preparing residents to pursue a PGY2 or enter the workforce in Emergency Medicine, which aligns with my current interests. This tight-knit atmosphere, combined with the dedication to resident growth, made it clear that this was the right place for me to continue my professional development.
Grace Roman, RPh, PharmD
PGY1 Pharmacy Resident
romang4@ccf.org
Education & Training:
- Doctor of Pharmacy, The University of Toledo
Clinical Interests:
- Ambulatory Care
- Cardiology
- Endocrinology
Why Medina?
- Cleveland Clinic Medina Hospital stood out to me as a place where meaningful learning happens through strong preceptor support and active involvement in patient care. I was looking for a residency that would push me to grow clinically while still offering a collaborative and supportive environment. The community hospital setting creates a close-knit environment that allows me to build relationships with patients and other caregivers. The variety of rotations, along with the opportunities to teach, present, and engage in research made Medina the right next step for me in my training.
Past Residents
2024-2025 PGY1
| Name | Post Residency | Position/Specialty | Institution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maria Esanu | Inpatient | Clinical Pharmacist | Select Medical |
| Caitlin Miles | Inpatient | Clinical Pharmacist | Cleveland Clinic Akron General |
| Jacob Worthington | Ambulatory Care | Cardiology | UH Ambulatory Services |
2023-2024 PGY1
| Name | Post Residency | Position/Specialty | Institution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abigail Downing | PGY2 | Ambulatory Care | Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center |
| Ezziree Morrow | Inpatient | Clinical Pharmacist | Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital |
| Sarah Otto | Inpatient | Clinical Pharmacist | Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital |
2022-2023 PGY1
| Name | Post Residency | Position/Specialty | Institution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kyle Beck | Inpatient | Internal Medicine | Cleveland Clinic Main Campus |
| Sarah Phillis | Inpatient | Clinical Pharmacist | Cleveland Clinic Akron General |
| Tabitha Pinkstaff | Inpatient | Emergency Medicine | Cleveland Clinic Marymount Hospital |
2021-2022 PGY1
| Name | Post Residency | Position/Specialty | Institution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bethany Anderson | PGY2 | Ambulatory Care | Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center |
| Sarah Bonar | Inpatient | Internal Medicine | Cleveland Clinic Main Campus |
| Alyssa McIntire | PGY2 | Infectious Diseases | Cleveland Clinic Main Campus |
2020-2021 PGY1
| Name | Post Residency | Position/Specialty | Institution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eric Herber | PGY2 | Ambulatory Care | Cleveland Clinic Main Campus |
| Brianna Latta | PGY2 | Emergency Medicine | Cleveland Clinic Fairview Hospital |
| Virgil Vulvara | Inpatient | Clinical Pharmacist | Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center |
2019-2020 PGY1
| Name | Post Residency | Position/Specialty | Institution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stephanie Hage | Inpatient | Clinical Pharmacist | Cleveland Clinic Medina Hospital |
| McKenzie Montgomery | PGY2 | Emergency Medicine | Cleveland Clinic Fairview Hospital |
| Harold Schneider | Inpatient | Clinical Pharmacist | Cleveland Clinic Medina Hospital |
2018-2019 PGY1
| Name | Post Residency | Position/Specialty | Institution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Katherine Knudsen | Inpatient | Emergency Medicine | Cleveland Clinic Lutheran Hospital |
| Brandi Posten | Inpatient | Clinical Pharmacist | Wooster Community Hospital |
2017-2018 PGY1
| Name | Post Residency | Position/Specialty | Institution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kyle Stith | Inpatient | Emergency Medicine | Cleveland Clinic Medina Hospital |
| Lauren Williams | Inpatient | Clinical Pharmacist | Cleveland Clinic Medina Hospital |
2016-2017 PGY1
| Name | Post Residency | Position/Specialty | Institution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meredith Martin | Inpatient | Clinical Pharmacist | Fisher Titus Hospital |
| Melody Smith | Inpatient | Clinical Pharmacist | Cleveland Clinic Medina Hospital |
2015-2016 PGY1
| Name | Post Residency | Position/Specialty | Institution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morgan King | PGY2 | Pediatrics | Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis |
| (Kathy) Ngoc Vo | Inpatient | Clinical Pharmacist | Kingman Regional Medical Center |
2014-2015 PGY1
| Name | Post Residency | Position/Specialty | Institution |
|---|---|---|---|
| TJ Stanek | Inpatient | Clinical Pharmacist | University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center |
2013-2014 PGY1
| Name | Post Residency | Position/Specialty | Institution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dave Shifrin | Inpatient | Emergency Medicine | Cleveland Clinic Medina Hospital |
