Poison Information Specialist

Where

Charlotte, NC

What you'll be doing

Utilizes clinical and communication skills to obtain a history of the exposure, including all aspects of patient condition, agent involved, circumstances, etc., in a timely manner consistent with the severity of the exposure. Provides poison information on patients of all ages, including infants, children, adolescents, adults and the elderly. Utilizes information resources appropriately to accurately assess each exposure case. This includes use of computerized data bases, textbooks, primary medical literature, consultants, and previous knowledge and experience. Formulates an appropriate plan of care by interpreting and integrating available information. Implements the plan of care based on established guidelines, case specifics, patient care priorities, health care facility resources, and professional judgment in a timely manner. Communicates patient information and treatment recommendations as necessary to appropriate health care facilities. Evaluates the appropriateness of assessment & recommendations documented on the case record by adhering to established follow up procedures. Provides non toxicological drug and medical information to callers within the scope of education and experience as time permits. Provides initial crisis intervention to callers with other medical or drag problems, or suicidal intentions, with referral to appropriate community agencies. Refers non medical callers to appropriate agencies in a professional and friendly manner.

What your background should be

Successfully recertify according to AAPCC criteria. Pharmacists and RNs must be licensed or eligible for licensure in NC. Must attain certification by the AAPCC within 2 examination periods of their initial eligibility for the certification process. Basic Life Support for healthcare provider from AHA required.

Required Schooling / Training

PhD in a scientific field

Who is the client company

This is a nonprofit hospital network which operates hospitals, freestanding emergency departments, urgent care centers, and medical practices.

If you are interested in this position, send your resume to apply@kochdavis.com