Specialist Poison Information

Major/Essential Functions

• Receives calls related to potential poisonings and using appropriate age-specific guidelines is able to give correct management in treatment.
• Correctly calculates, using appropriate formulas, to determine patients' level of exposure and make a determination if exposure is in the toxic range.
• Initiates and demonstrates problem-solving ability by communicating effectively with coworkers to define concerns, clarify misconceptions, and function as an effective team member.
• Implements appropriate follow-up calls per poison center guidelines.
• Provides information regarding the identity and treatment of toxins to all physicians and health care facilities.
• Utilizes advanced communication skills to obtain an accurate history of the exposure, then makes diagnostic decisions and treatment recommendations regarding the exposure utilizing poison center guidelines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current certification as a Specialist in Poison Information from the American Association of Poison Control Centers.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish is preferred.
• Experience working in a busy ICU or ER.

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at .

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at .

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