Residency Application Information

Requirements for Acceptance

  • Applicants should be highly motivated individuals who desire advanced training to elevate their professional practice.
  • Candidates must graduate from an ACPE-accredited pharmacy program and be eligible for licensure in the state of Missouri.
  • Applicants must meet the criteria defined by the ASHP Residency Accreditation Standards to be considered for a resident position.
  • PhORCAS application should include the following, at a minimum:
    • Letter of intent - letter should include:
      • Why candidate specifically desires to complete a residency at SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - St. Charles
      • What candidate hopes to gain from residency training
      • Candidate's future career goals
      • Any additional information that candidate would like considered as part of their application
    • Curriculum vitae (CV)
    • Pharmacy school transcripts
    • Three letters of recommendation
  • Application Deadline: January 6, 2027

Upcoming Recruitment Events

  • University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis – Career Fair and Residency Showcase
    • Date: October 9, 2026
    • Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Location: Recreation Gym
  • SNPhA x ACCP Virtual Residency Showcase
    • Date: November 10, 2026
    • Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Registration info available here.
  • Southern Illinois University Edwardsville College of Pharmacy Residency Showcase
    • Date: November 18, 2026
    • Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Location: Morris University Center
  • ASHP Midyear Residency Showcase
    • Date: December 8, 2026
    • Time: 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Location: Booth # 5219

Contact Us

Residency Program Director: Sarah Cook*, PharmD, MHA, BCPS

* From October to December 2026, Sarah will be on leave. The interim RPD will be Logan Kesler who can be contacted via email (Logan.Kesler@ssmhealth.com).