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Position: Certified Poison Information Specialist (Virtual Remote)
Dept: North Texas Poison Center
Shift: PRN Rotating (20 Hours) - Manager will discuss need at time of interview
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PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Serves as a resource to health professionals and the public by providing professional and technical assistance regarding potential poisonings and conducting educational and research projects to ensure Poison Center operations meets regulatory requirements and the needs of users.
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JOB SUMMARY:
1. Serves as a resource to the public and health professionals related to potential poisonings by answering calls and providing consultation to include information, direction, and assistance concerning analytical toxicology, emergency and critical care and extracorporeal capabilities within the region. Ensures procedures meet the criteria established by the American Association of Poison Control Centers.
2. Coordinates poison services, performs referral services, identification, treatment, assessment and charting activities, conducts analysis, calculates patients' toxicity level and performs follow-up calls. Maintains documentation and records and prepares reports. Ensure services meet North Texas Poison Center (NTPC) policies and procedures.
3. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements and trends in poison information by attending seminars and workshops, reading professional journals and/or maintaining licensure/registration with Texas State Board for profession. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.
4. Participates in data and research projects on a monthly basis. Exercises responsibility for project performance and accountability for progress; and/or personally performs advanced scientific and medical research work, suggesting modifications to, or improvements in, design of research projects, presenting original ideas for follow-up studies, and recommending utilization of new or revised techniques and procedures to obtain desired results.
5. Participates in call monitoring and performance improvement initiatives on a monthly basis to ensure the poison center is operating effectively.
6. Serves as a preceptor or trainer to newer staff members.
7. Prepares and conducts an in-service educational program for the assigned department, at least once per year.
8. Identifies and analyzes the design of jobs, work processes, workflows, etc. for the NTPC and implements appropriate changes to improve effectiveness, productivity, efficiency and recommending annual goals and objectives that support the overall goals of NTPC.
9. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that impact the Poison Information area. Develops effective internal controls that promote adherence to applicable state/federal laws, and the program requirements of accreditation agencies and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as necessary to ensure proper understanding.
10. This position is 100% Virtual. Virtual employees must also comply with all Parkland policies and procedures governing the use of Parkland information resources. Virtual employees must maintain all equipment lent by Parkland for performing the agreed upon job duties in good working conditions. All employment responsibilities and conditions in applicable Parkland policies and procedures apply to employees while working virtually.
Skills or Special Abilities -
Must be able to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing. Must be able to understand and interpret poison information to health professionals and the public. Must be able to work rotating shifts. RN's Only: Must demonstrate ability to provide care to assigned patient population in accordance with the current State of Texas Nursing Practice Act, established protocols, multidisciplinary plan of care, and clinical area specific standards.
MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS:
Education -
Must have a bachelor's degree in pharmacy or Pharm.D. Degree from an accredited Professional School of Pharmacy; OR, ASN or BSN Degree from an accredited Professional School of Nursing; OR, Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (O.D.) Degree from an approved College of Medicine/Osteopathy.
Experience -
Must have minimum 1 year of experience as a Certified Poison Information Specialist (Internal staff may be eligible to promote into the role at entry level upon receipt of the certification).
Certification/Registration/Licensure -
Current/Valid American Association of Poison Control Centers (AAPCC) Poison Information Specialist certification, and the ability to maintain thereafter. (MUST UPLOAD AT TIME OF APPLICATION SUBMISSION). Current/Valid driver's license for proof of residency. RN's Only: Must have current RN license or valid temporary permit with the Texas Board of Nursing; or valid Compact RN license. Pharmacist's Only: Must be a Registered Pharmacist in the State of Texas or become registered within 90 days of hire.
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