What is a typical rotation schedule?
At the beginning of any rotation, the preceptor should identify the unique daily start time. The start time should be between 7:00 and 9:00 AM, depending upon the type of rotation or facility. Preceptors or students who desire a daily start time outside of the 7-9AM window should seek approval from the Director of Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences. The student should expect to be in attendance for 8.5 hours from the designated start time. Some rotations or experiences may require planned evening (attendance at a professional meeting) or other non-standard time commitments. Students should be informed well in advance with an offsetting adjustment for the extra time required. A mandatory rest/lunch break, for at least a half hour, is expected. Requiring more than 8.5 hours of attendance on any day is only acceptable if the extra time is part of an approved remediation plan, or necessary to respond to an immediate patient need. Students may voluntarily extend their day to meet their
