Poison Information Specialist
Company: George Washington University
Location: Washington
Posted on: May 4, 2024
Job Description:
I. JOB OVERVIEW Job Description Summary: The National Capital
Poison Center, founded in 1980, is an independent, private,
not-for-profit 501 (3) organization affiliated with The George
Washington University Medical Center. In recognition of its high
quality, the Center is accredited by the American Association of
Poison Control Centers.The mission of National Capital Poison
Center is to prevent poisonings, save lives, and limit injury from
poisoning. In addition to saving lives, Poison Control decreases
health care costs of poisoning cases.The National Capital Poison
Center is seeking a Poison Information Specialist to provide
telephone toxicologic consultations to public and health
professional callers involved in the management or prevention of
poison emergencies.This is a specialized position focused on poison
prevention, limiting injury, and saving lives. This position works
directly with the public by consulting over the phone to advise on
poison interactions. This position also routinely engages in
education forums and public dialogues.Duties Include:
- Receives telephone calls from the general public concerning
poisoning victims as well as information requests; obtains and
records pertinent information, analyzes potential toxicity,
determines type and severity of exposure, and recommends management
plan.
- Makes follow-up calls at appropriate intervals, determines if
recommendations were followed and whether additional procedures are
warranted, provides additional information and assesses the outcome
of the exposure.
- Documents consultations including completion of the medical
record, computer-coded or on-line data form, and appropriate
research protocol forms.
- Pursues a program of professional development; participates in
planning and presenting professional orientation, training and
continuing education.
- Provides comprehensive state-of-the-art information to health
professionals regarding anticipated clinical course, diagnostic
approach, interpretation of laboratory results, and appropriate
invasive, supportive and antidotal treatment recommendations.
- Enhances knowledge and skills through attendance at
seminars/workshops and reviewing published literature.
- Serves as an information resource person for health
professionals, regulatory agencies, industry, and the general
public.
- Makes a significant contribution to several of the following
poison center functions: resource maintenance, poison prevention
educational programs, clinical research projects, scientific
manuscript preparation, quality assurance and data collection
activities, AAPCC projects and committees.
- Provides toxicology training (via direct supervision and
on-line one-on-one teaching) of health professional students,
residents and fellows. This position performs other duties as
assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the
supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the
position. Minimum Qualifications: Qualified candidates will
hold:
- RN/BSN with at least 2 years of clinical experience, or one
year of critical care or emergency medicine experience, or one year
of prior experience in poison control. OR RPh/BSPharm with at least
2 years of clinical experience. OR PharmD (PharmD level pharmacists
are not required to have clinical experience beyond the clinical
experiences and didactic training required for the degree)
- AND: Licensure as a registered nurse in DC (or current
out-of-state licensure and evidence of application for DC nursing
license), OR Licensure as a registered pharmacist in DC (or current
out-of-state pharmacy licensure and evidence of application for DC
pharmacy license), OR If new PharmD graduate (Doctor of Pharmacy
degree awarded but individual does not have a pharmacy license),
individual must successfully pass NAPLEX with 3 months of
graduation and be licensed as a pharmacist in DC within 6 months of
graduation.
- Once hired, must obtain certification as a "Certified
Specialist in Poison Information" by the American Association of
Poison Control Centers within two exam administrations following
initial eligibility. Additional Required
Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications: A
PharmD candidate may be hired as a Specialist in Poison Information
prior to receiving a DC pharmacy license due to the lengthy
training period for Specialists in Poison Information, however
failure to meet these benchmarks (including passing NAPLEX within 3
months of graduation and licensure as a pharmacist in DC within 6
months of graduation) will lead to termination. Preferred
Qualifications:
- Speed typing, basic computer, writing, editing and library
research skills Typical Hiring Range Commensurate with Experience.
II. JOB DETAILS Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department: School of Medicine and Health Sciences
(SMHS) Family Health Services Sub-Family Medical Services Stream
Individual Contributor Level Level 3 Full-Time/Part-Time: Full time
-> FTE 1.00 Hours Per Week: 40+ Work Schedule: Monday-Friday;
must be able to work all shifts including weekdays, weekends,
evenings, nights, and holidays. Will this job require the employee
to work on site? Yes Employee Onsite Status On-campus (in person)
Telework: No Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening,
Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security
Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search Special Instructions
to Applicants: Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only? No Posting Number: S012423 Job Open Date:
02/14/2024 Job Close Date: If temporary, grant funded or limited
term appointment, position funded until: Background Screening
Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as
a condition of hire. EEO Statement: The university is an Equal
Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not
unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the
basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,
disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable
law.
Keywords: George Washington University, Arlington , Poison Information Specialist, Other , Washington, Virginia
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