The University of Maryland School of Pharmacy (UMSOP),
Department of Practice, Sciences, and Health Outcomes Research
(P-SHOR) has an exciting opportunity for a
Night Shift
Poison Information Specialist (Specialist, Poison Control)
to work within the
Maryland Poison Center.
Initial Training: Monday - Friday (9am - 5:00pm for
approximately 8 weeks)
12-hour Shift Training : For approximately 24 weeks to 48
weeks
Regular Work Schedule : 9:30 pm - 7:30 am (7 days on, 7 days
off) to start approximately 48 weeks to 52 weeks after initial
onboarding.
The MD Poison Center (a subsidiary of the School of Pharmacy)
provides high-quality poison information and prevention services to
the public and healthcare professionals while decreasing the cost
and complexity of poisoning and overdose care. The Maryland Poison
center has served Marylanders since 1972.
https://mdpoison.com/
Established in 1841, the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy
is the fourth oldest school of pharmacy in the United States. As a
leader in pharmacy education, scientific discovery, patient care,
and community engagement, the School conducts cutting edge research
and engages in a wide variety of professional practice activities
to improve the health and well-being of citizens in the state of
Maryland and beyond
UMB CORE VALUES:
Respect & Integrity, Well-Being & Sustainability, Equity
& Justice, and Innovation & Discovery
BENEFITS (Exempt Regular):
UMB offers a comprehensive
benefits
package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and
professional development, along with additional exciting
perks that employees can take advantage of. This position
participates in a retirement program (pension or optional
retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your
date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave
package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year,
16 paid holidays, 3 personal leave days, unlimited accrual of sick
time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and
development programs; tuition remission for employees and their
dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and
flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per
job).
For more information, please visit HR Benefits at
https://www.umaryland.edu/hrs/benefits/
For information regarding UMB Employee Perks, please visit
https://www.umaryland.edu/hr/benefits-and-well-being/benefits-programs-and-perks/
UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the
University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work
primarily physically within the State of Maryland.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Night-Shift Poison Information Specialist provides emergency
poison triage and treatment information over the phone to all who
contact the Maryland Poison Center. The successful candidate must
have the ability to rapidly integrate large amounts of information,
be able to identify likely causes for patients' symptoms, and
demonstrate outstanding communication skills. Specialists have
access available to resources in the Maryland Poison Center as well
as other experts in toxicology, but most cases can be managed by
the specialist. The selected candidate is expected to be flexible
with work schedules.
PRIMARY DUTIES
- Provides emergency triage and treatment information over the
phone and documents telephone interactions. Maintains thorough and
accurate documentation of all poison exposure calls using the
Poison Center's on-line data collection system. Uses computerized
databases, textbooks, medical literature, consultants, and previous
knowledge and experience to accurately assess each exposure
case.
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 exposure.
Assists in providing comprehensive information to healthcare
professionals regarding anticipated clinical course, diagnostic
approach, interpretation of laboratory results, and appropriate
invasive, supportive and antidotal treatment recommendations.
Assists in identifying quality improvement process.
Communicates with poison control team and/or management sharing
observations and experience in managing poisonings. Participates in
regional toxicology meetings, as encouraged.
Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of this
role.
Qualifications :
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor's degree in pharmacy or nursing.
Master's degree in nursing or doctoral degree in pharmacy (PharmD)
preferred.
Experience: Bachelor's degree in nursing must possess three
(3) years of related experience in an emergency department, poison
control center, intensive or critical care unit, or operating room.
Master's degree in nursing requires two (2) years of related
experience. No experience required for Pharm.D.
Supervisory Experience: N/A.
Certification/Licensure: Current Maryland licensure in good
standing to practice as a pharmacist or registered nurse. Must be
able to obtain American Association Poison Control Center or
Diplomate of the American Board of Toxicology Certification within
two (2) years of joining the poison center.
Other: Weekend, holiday, rotating shift work, and on-call is
required. Candidates selected for employment may be subject to
medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability
to perform the job. Employees in this job class may be subject to
pre-employment and random drug testing. Clery act designated job as
campus security authorities (CSA) member and will comply with Clery
Act requirements.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of people
who may have a wide range of educational backgrounds.
- Solid understanding of pharmacology; solid understanding of
medications, familiarity with common medication calculations (e.g.,
determining total mg/kg exposures based on patient information and
history, doing basic percent calculations, etc.)
- Ability to work with computers and other computer-related
technologies.
- Ability to be flexible with work schedules.
Hiring Range: $ 127,500 - $146,000 per year / Commensurate
with education and experience.
UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce
and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national
origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or
mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or
any other legally protected classification.
If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a
disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during
any part of the employment process, please submit a
UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request . You may also contact
leave_and_accom@umaryland.edu
. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for
reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email
address.
The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination
in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals
may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read
the
UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination for more information.