PGY1 Pharmacy
Residency Program

An AHSP-accredited pharmacy residency
offering distinctive training in an award-winning
tribal health care system

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Begin Your Residency Where Quality Meets Purpose

The Chickasaw Nation PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Program offers two positions each year within an award-winning tribal health system dedicated to quality, compassion and community. Located in south-central Oklahoma, this ASHP-accredited program provides advanced clinical training while nurturing professional growth and cultural awareness.

As part of the Chickasaw Nation Department of Health (CNDH), you’ll join a collaborative team of pharmacists, nurses and physicians committed to enhancing the overall quality of life of the communities we serve. Here, curiosity sparks innovation, collaboration shapes practice and belonging drives excellence.

You’ll gain experience in inpatient and outpatient settings, providing care across therapeutics, pharmacokinetics, disease state management and consultative services.

2 Resident Positions

13 Counties Served

4 Clinical Facilities

11+ Diverse Rotations

ASHP Accredited Program

What Makes This Program Distinct

Mission-Driven Practice in a Culturally Rich Environment

Join a health system where every pharmacist contributes directly to a mission: to enhance the overall quality of life of the Chickasaw people. At CNDH, empathy, cultural humility and authentic connection define our approach to patient care.

With more than 2,000 health care professionals across state-of-the-art facilities, the Chickasaw Nation is one of Oklahoma’s largest employers. Providing stability, resources and opportunities for advancement.

Pharmacy team members from the Chickasaw Nation Department of Health standing together inside a pharmacy workspace, representing collaboration and mentorship within the PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Program

Pharmacists at the Center of Health Care Innovation

Pharmacists are leaders in every aspect of our growing health system—from administration and billing to clinical disease state management and decentralized care. Our residents practice at the top of their licensure, supported by a culture that values professional autonomy and collaborative decision-making.

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Comprehensive Clinical Experiences

Experience rotations in family medicine, outpatient and inpatient care, emergency medicine, and specialty clinics.

You’ll manage pharmacy-based anticoagulation and lipid clinics under expert supervision and engage with diverse patient populations across complex clinical cases. These experiences prepare you for competitive PGY2 programs or direct clinical practice in advanced care settings.

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Personalized Mentorship and Professional Growth

With only two residents selected annually, you’ll receive personalized mentorship from experienced preceptors who tailor learning to your goals. Professional development opportunities include:

Attendance at regional and national conferences
Certification training in BLS, ACLS, PALS

Here, curiosity is encouraged and ambition is celebrated.

Pharmacist mentoring a pharmacy resident in the Chickasaw Nation Department of Health pharmacy, emphasizing hands-on training and collaborative learning within the residency program.

“Chokma!”
Welcome to the Chickasaw Nation Pharmacy Residency Program.

Our residency offers a one-of-a-kind experience within a mission-driven, tribally governed health care system. Pharmacy plays a central role in our growth, advancing patient outcomes through clinical innovation and compassionate care.

As a resident, you’ll be a learner, colleague, and valued member of our health care family. Our preceptors will guide you as you develop into a pharmacist who practices with excellence, curiosity, and cultural humility.

We look forward to welcoming you to our program.

Christopher Pack, Pharm.D., MSHCA, BCPS, AE-C
Residency Program Director / Inpatient Pharmacy Manager

About Ada, Oklahoma

Ada, Oklahoma offers the perfect blend of professional opportunity and quality of life, just a convenient drive from Oklahoma City, Dallas and Tulsa. This thriving community of 17,000 (and growing) delivers the ideal balance: sophisticated health care infrastructure through partnerships with the Chickasaw Nation, while maintaining the charm and affordability of small-town living.

Our medical professionals enjoy:

Outstanding work-life integration with easy commutes and affordable housing
Excellence in education, with close proximity to local and state universities
Year-round outdoor adventures with easy access to nearby attractions like Turner Falls, the Arbuckle Mountains, and the Texoma Lake Recreation Areas
Strong economic stability
Family-friendly atmosphere with top-rated schools and safe neighborhoods

The location offers unique advantages for medical professionals seeking both career growth and lifestyle benefits - where reasonable cost of living meets exceptional earning potential. Whether you're starting a family or looking to establish deep community roots, Ada provides the perfect setting for your next career move.

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Meet Our
Leadership
Team

Our team of experienced medical professionals is dedicated to providing expert care and advancing patient well-being. Get to know the leaders shaping our commitment to excellence in healthcare.

James Mitchell

Medical Director

A dedicated physician with over 20 years of experience in clinical leadership and patient-centered care.

Sophia Martinez

Director of Pediatrics

Passionate about providing compassionate, high-quality care for children and families.

Jonathan Reynolds

Chief Medical Officer

Bringing over 18 years of experience in healthcare leadership and patient advocacy.