PGY1&2 Health System Pharmacy Administration & Leadership + Executive MHA & Specialized PGY2 Spots

Join a Legacy of Leadership and Innovation

The PGY1/PGY2 Health-System Pharmacy Administration and Leadership (HSPAL) Residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California is a 24-month program that develops the next generation of visionary pharmacy leaders. In collaboration with the University of Southern California, residents simultaneously earn an Executive Master of Health Administration (eMHA) degree from the USC Sol Price School of Public Policy while gaining hands-on experience at one of the nation’s top academic medical centers.

Building upon over three decades of leadership training, the Cedars-Sinai HSPAL Residency provides a strong foundation in both clinical practice and executive-level management. Graduates emerge with the knowledge and leadership skills to advance large-scale health system pharmacy services in complex healthcare environments.

Program Highlights

• Comprehensive PGY1 clinical rotations across key specialties including critical care, internal medicine, and oncology
• PGY2 leadership experiences in pharmacy operations, supply chain, finance, and strategic planning
• Completion of the Executive MHA from USC's top-ranked public policy and health administration program
• Mentorship from Cedars-Sinai executives and exposure to cross-disciplinary leadership councils
• Opportunities to lead high-impact initiatives in automation, 340B optimization, and informatics innovation
• Collaboration with a broad network of pharmacy residents across Cedars-Sinai programs
• Competitive salary and full benefits, including conference travel support

Evolving Opportunities in Pharmacy Training

Cedars-Sinai’s administrative residencies continue to grow in scope and specialization. In addition to the core HSPAL program, emerging focus areas in financial operations, drug use policy, and formulary management provide additional pathways for interested PGY1 residents to develop leadership and clinical skills in our specialized tracks.

• PGY2 in Drug Use Policy: Focus on formulary governance, stewardship, medication-use evaluation, policy development, and system-level safety oversight
• PGY2 in Financial Management & Revenue Operations: Focus on cost accounting, pharmacy financial modeling, contracting, budgeting, and decision analytics

(Interested applicants may inquire about ongoing leadership and policy-focused residency opportunities.)

Why Cedars-Sinai?

• National Recognition: Ranked among the best hospitals in the United States eight years in a row by U.S. News & World Report, Cedars-Sinai is recognized for excellence in multiple specialties including cardiology, gastroenterology, and orthopedics
• Commitment to Education: As a leading academic medical center, we are dedicated to educating tomorrow's healthcare leaders through innovative residency programs and extensive research opportunities
• Community Impact: Beyond our walls, Cedars-Sinai is committed to improving community health through partnerships and programs that address social determinants of health

Application Deadline

Applications must be submitted by January 4th, 2026. Join us at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center to embark on a transformative journey that blends clinical excellence with leadership prowess. Be part of a program that not only honors its storied past but also looks boldly toward the future of healthcare.