Specialist Poison Information V

Specialist Poison Information V

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Special Poison Information V in the Department of New Jersey Poison Information and Education System/Preventive Medicine and Community Health within the New Jersey Medical School (NJMS). The Special Poison Information V is responsible for the telephone management of the exposed patient, providing consultation on care, as well as triaging and providing drug and poison information. The specialist also responds to calls on the New Jersey State AIDS/STD Hotline, providing information, resources and referrals.

Among the key duties of this position are the following: Responds to telephone calls regarding appropriate care and treatment for acute poisoning and toxic exposures. Demonstrates understanding of principals of toxicology when suggesting patient management or providing poison information. Specialists will acquire the skills to operate the telephone system, microcomputers and their peripherals and the backup systems. Obtains a complete history specific to each call. Properly assesses the severity of calls to the poison center and properly decides on follow up. Listens well and allows caller to define the problem to efficiently manage and coordinate care.

FLSA - Exempt

Grade - 27S

Salary Details

Minimum Salary - 77661.000

Mid Range Salary - 93390.000

Maximum Salary - 111027.000

Benefits - Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs

Position Status - Full Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours - 37.50

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement - This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description - HPAE 5094

Payroll Designation - PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment - Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility - ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience - Bachelor's Degree in a health science discipline. Candidates must be a Nurse, Pharmacist, or Physician. Successful completion of all orientation programs. Related experience and/or education may be substituted for the requirements on a year-for-year basis.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - The Specialist must be able to rotate all shifts (day, evening and overnight, weekends and holidays). Shifts may be up to 12.5 hrs in duration. Must have a detailed knowledge of pharmaceuticals and toxicological principals and have demonstrated knowledge of HIV/AIDS/STD's, their symptoms, treatments and testing. Must have excellent oral, written and keyboard skills and have technological "Know-How" to operate computers and telephone system.

Preferred Qualifications - Some clinical experience is preferred but not required. Experience in Pediatrics, Emergency Medicine and Critical Care is preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment - PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Staff must be able to work in a call center environment which consists of sitting or standing for several hours at a time, using a computer and phone.