The University of New Mexico College of Pharmacy and the New Mexico Poison and Drug Information Center (NMPDIC) in Albuquerque are expanding their staff and are seeking a term Poison Information Specialist for the Poison Center.
While the position is initially a two-year term, there is a strong likelihood that the selected candidate will be offered a permanent role at or before the completion of the term based on factors such as performance.
Located in the historically-rich southwest, the College of Pharmacy is part of the Health Sciences campus and works collaboratively with the School of Medicine, College of Nursing, UNM Hospitals, and UNM Cancer Research and Treatment Center in the states largest health complex. The NMPDIC is a major teaching site for UNMs College of Pharmacy and School of Medicine.
For more information, please visit: http://nmpoisoncenter.unm.edu
The NMPDIC is accredited as a Regional Poison Center by the American Association of Poison Control Centers. NMPDIC provides services to the entire state of New Mexico on a 24/7 basis. We provide treatment recommendations during possible poisonings, collaborate with the Department of Health during statewide and national emergencies, and assist emergency personnel during hazardous material incidents.
Specialists in Poison Information can participate in teaching and research opportunities based on need and level of training. In addition to the Specialists, the NMPDIC employs a full-time Educator who represents NMPDIC at fairs, group presentations to audiences of all ages, training, and collaboration with pharmacy students and many other collaborative efforts.
Eligibility Requirements
PharmD candidates who are graduating in the next 6 months are welcome to apply.
Required Duties & Responsibilities
• Receive and respond to telephone inquiries from the general public, healthcare practitioners, and other agencies regarding poison and drug information. • Provide information on the toxicity of drugs, poisons, chemicals, biologics, hazardous materials, and other substances; recommend antidotes, treatments, and/or courses of action to callers in emergency situations. • Provide information on all aspects of drug usage to healthcare practitioners, agencies, and the public as assigned.
Work Schedule and Requirements
After the SPI has managed over 2000 human exposures, the schedule will consist of the overnight shift exclusively, as per seniority scheduling.
The SPI will be required to sit for and pass the Certified Specialist in Poison Information certification exam that is offered nationally once a year.
Some weekends and holidays are required, with shift differentials available for overnights and evenings.
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