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Developing the Next Generation of Pharmacy Leaders

Our 12-month, PGY1 Managed Care Residency Program helps residents become proficient in patient care and managed care pharmacy practice—all within a pharmacy benefit management (PBM) environment.

What Makes Us
Different?

Program Details and Requirements

How to Apply for our Residency Program

About the Program

Our residents participate in a variety of experiences at Navitus and our on-site specialty pharmacy, Lumicera Health Services, getting exposure to every area a pharmacist works.

Residents who successfully complete the program leave skilled in:

Managed care
Diverse patient care
Practice management
Clinical management and value application
Project management
Critical data analysis
Communication
Leadership

And are prepared to provide patient care, seek board certification in pharmacotherapy (i.e.,BCPS) and pursue PGY2 residencies and other advanced training opportunities.

A photograph of our 2025-2026 resident class.

Nationally Accredited

Navitus’ PGY1 Managed Care Residency Program is accredited by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) in partnership with the Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy (AMCP).

What Makes Our PGY1 Program so Exceptional?

Our comprehensive approach to training means our residents go on to become versatile, clinically skilled, managed care pharmacists, with more than 75% staying on with Navitus after completing their training.

We give residents the edge they need by going beyond textbook requirements and offering hands-on experience in:

Industry relations and contracting
Data analysis and informatics
Specialty pharmacy

Residents also have access to:

Executives to help guide leadership training
Statistician and outcomes research mentors
Award-winning and multi-disciplinary program leaders, pharmacists and preceptors

Key Differentiators

Our residents learn about our fully transparent business model and gain experience as researchers and instructors. This experience is bolstered by exposure to every area in which a pharmacist works, including Lumicera specialty pharmacy training.

Purpose Statement

To build upon Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) education and outcomes to develop managed care pharmacist practitioners with knowledge, skills, and abilities as defined in the educational competency areas, goals, and objectives. Residents who successfully complete the program will be skilled in managed care, 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.

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Program Details and Requirements

Four resident spots are available each year, and “and the deadline for applications is in January.

PGY1 is a 12-month program in Madison, WI, and the next session is scheduled for:

July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027

To be considered a qualified candidate for the PGY1 Residency Program, applicants must have:

PharmD or equivalent experience
Wisconsin pharmacist license or eligibility for licensure
Authorization to work for any employer in the U.S.*

*We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

Application materials for 2026-27 residencies are due by January 2, 2026

Navitus participates in the matching service provided by ASHP. To be matched, potential residents should apply through the Pharmacy Online Residency Centralized Application Service (PhORCAS).

Applications must include:

Letter of intent
Curriculum vitae (CV)
Four letters of recommendation
Official college transcript(s)
National Matching Services (NMS) Code: 205714

Qualified candidates must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. as we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

Our residents receive a competitive annual stipend and paid vacation days. We also offer:

Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
Paid travel and registration for professional meetings
Reimbursement for examination/licensure costs
Opportunity for hybrid/remote schedule

See the ASHP residency directory for more information.

Throughout the program, residents will explore and develop proficiency in:

Clinical Account Management
Clinical Programs and Population Health
Commercial Client Management
Data Analysis and Informatics
Drug Information and Formulary Management
Executive Leadership
Government Clinical Services
Industry Relations and Contracting
Medication Therapy Management
Research and Teaching
Specialty Pharmacy
Utilization Management

Residents will also have the opportunity to participate in:

Teaching and mentoring opportunities, including an optional
teaching certificate
Elective projects
P&T processes and presentations
Scheduled hours at our on-site specialty pharmacy, Lumicera Health Services

Please see goals and objectives for this program as required by ASHP at www.ashp.org. This residency site agrees that no person at this site will solicit, accept, or use any ranking-related information from any residency applicant.

Marnie Wickizer, PharmD, AE-C, CDCES
Residency Program Director
Phone: 608-729-1581
Email: [email protected]

Agata Siwak, PharmD, MSBA
Residency Program Coordinator
Phone: 608-298-5788
Email: [email protected]

Residency Program Virtual Open House

November 13, 2025
6:00 – 7:00 p.m. CST

For more information regarding our Pharmacy Residency Program, please contact us by email: [email protected]

An Exceptional Experience

Our collaborative approach provides an exceptional experience that is reflected in the experiences of past residents. See the perspective of past residents.

“The Navitus residency was an amazing experience. It is incredible to think about how much I learned about managed care and specialty pharmacy over the course of one year. Marnie (RPD) and Agata (program coordinator) provided amazing support, ensuring we were happy and successful throughout the year. All of our preceptors were knowledgeable, approachable and supportive. During our rotations, we were treated as valued members of the team and given meaningful projects to work on that deepened our knowledge of managed care. I only have great things to say about the Navitus residency!”

Musetta A. Steinbach, PharmD | Navitus Resident, 2020-2021 | Drug Information Pharmacist at Navitus Health Solutions

Kurt Mittelstadt, PharmD

“The Navitus Residency Program provides residents with invaluable skills and diverse experiences that quickly develop well-rounded clinicians. The array of projects, both individual and team-based, have meaningful impacts on Navitus and the members it serves. Preceptors provide a level of support that is simply unmatched, and which cultivates an optimal learning environment for residents. There is an excellent balance of direction and autonomy, which fosters continuous personal and professional development, and provides ample opportunity to maximize one’s potential. Through the range of rotations in every department of the company, I have been able to form meaningful and lasting relationships that will benefit me greatly in my continued career with Navitus. I am fortunate to be able to continue to work with this exceptional group of people.”

Kurt Mittelstadt, PharmD | Navitus Resident, 2020-2021 | Clinical Account Executive at Navitus Health Solutions

Chelsea Woods, PharmD

“Completing my PGY-1 Managed Care residency at Navitus was one of the smartest decisions I have made to-date and has been extremely rewarding for my career thus far. It was an incredible year filled with intriguing and integrative projects, amazing preceptors, and fun memories. I am so grateful that I was able to stay with Navitus post-residency and apply the skills I learned in an exciting and challenging full-time role.”

Chelsea Woods, PharmD | Navitus Resident, 2016-2017 | Senior Clinical Account Executive at Navitus Health Solutions

Jennifer Morrison, PharmD

“The Managed Care Residency Program at Navitus is the best way to establish a clinical foundation in a managed care setting. The program focuses on the development of the individual through a comprehensive, team-based approach to learning while providing residents with exposure to all clinical aspects and services of a PBM. Residents are involved with a number of opportunities that cultivate growing leaders. The residency program really increased my understanding of this non-traditional pharmacy setting, and helped me to create a network of resources throughout our company. I would highly recommend this program.”

Jennifer Morrison, PharmD |Navitus Resident, 2015-2016 | Associate Director, Quality and Program Development at Lumicera Health Services

Ngoc Nguyen, PharmD

“The Navitus Managed Care Residency was an awesome experience. The program does a great job of exposing you to different areas of managed care. I have learned so much through the different rotations offered. It also allowed me to be involved in patient care through the unique staffing opportunities. All during residency, I received a lot of support and mentorship, and even after as I continue my career with Navitus. This was one of the best decisions I made.”

Ngoc Nguyen, PharmD | Navitus Resident, 2021-2022 | Clinical Operations Pharmacist at Navitus Health Solutions

Nate Gonring, PharmD

“During my 4th year rotations I still did not know what pharmacy avenue I wanted to go down, but after a day visiting at Navitus, I knew it was where I wanted to be. From the genuine smiles meeting me at the door to the unique business model of complete transparency, I knew this was something I wanted to be a part of. The residency program was instrumental in my transformation from fresh graduate to seasoned clinician, integral to providing value and service to Navitus’ clients. All pharmacy graduates, not just those who have already decided on managed care, can succeed and have succeeded in this program because of the top-level internal support and the immersive experience that the Navitus Managed Care Residency provides.”

Nate Gonring, PharmD | Navitus Resident, 2016-2017 | Rebate Account Executive at Navitus Health Solutions

Meet Our Current Clinical Residents

Alan Albrecht

University of
Wisconsin-Madison

Marium Mesia, PharmD

University of
Illinois-Chicago

Neha Seela, PharmD

University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis

Scott Weber, PharmD

University of
Southern California

Meet Our current residents

Justin Arzt, PharmD

University of Wisconsin-Madison

Ashley Golter, PharmD

Concordia University

Janvi Shah, PharmD

University of Wisconsin-Madison

Purpose Statement

To build upon Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) education and outcomes to develop managed care pharmacist practitioners with knowledge, skills, and abilities as defined in the educational competency areas, goals, and objectives. Residents who successfully complete the program will be skilled in managed care, 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.

Nationally Accredited

Navitus’ PGY1 Managed Care Residency Program is accredited by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) in partnership with the Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy (AMCP).

Interested in Learning More?

For more information regarding our Pharmacy Residency Program, contact us today.

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Residency program

Developing the Next Generation of Pharmacy Leaders

What Makes Us Different?

Program Details and Requirements

How to Apply for our Residency Program

About the Program

Nationally Accredited

What Makes Our PGY1 Program so Exceptional?

Purpose Statement

Get Started

Program Details and Requirements

Program Overview

Eligibility Requirements

How to Apply

Pay and Benefits

Residency Components

Primary Contacts

Residency Program Virtual Open House

An Exceptional Experience

Meet Our Current Clinical Residents

Alan Albrecht

Marium Mesia, PharmD

Neha Seela, PharmD

Scott Weber, PharmD

Meet Our current residents

Justin Arzt, PharmD

Ashley Golter, PharmD

Janvi Shah, PharmD

Purpose Statement

Nationally Accredited

Interested in Learning More?

Latest Insights

Navigating Healthcare and Improving Outcomes

Medication Therapy Management: Improving Health Outcomes and Reducing Cost

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An Evidence-Based Approach to Population Health

5-Levers to Maximize Plan Performance

4 Ways to Help Members Save Money on Rx Costs

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3 PBM Tools to Improve Medication Adherence Among Member Populations

Driving Down Costs & Improving Health with Effective Diabetes Management Strategies

What Makes Us
Different?