Poison Center Clinical Coordinator Pharmacist (Sacramento, CA)

Job Description

The California Poison Control System (CPCS) is a 24 hour-a-day informational hotline serving residents statewide in California. It is designated by the California Emergency Medical Services Authority and managed by the UCSF School of Pharmacy, Department of Clinical Pharmacy.

CPCS operates from 4 UC-affiliated answering sites (UCSF/ZSFG, UC Davis Health, Valley Children's Hospital, and UCSD) managing approximately 250,000 calls per year, utilizing the most up-to-date computerized information systems. The hotline service is linked to a translator service with the capability to handle multiple languages on a 24 hour per day basis.

Respond to calls to the California Poison Control System (CPCS) located at the Sacramento Division at UC Davis Health at 2450 48th. St. Administrative Support Building (ASB) Rm. 1260, Sacramento, CA 95817. Provide assessment, information, management advice, in-depth consultation, and follow-up for emergency telephone toxicology and poisoning calls. Participate in scholarly activities to include research, publications, and professional organizations. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications, Licenses and Certifications Requirements of the position: - Pharm.D. Degree - CA Licensed Pharmacist in good standing currently or by the time of starting. - Minimum of two (2) years post graduate training with an emphasis in toxicology and/or a minimum of three (3) years clinical experience within the last five (5) years in toxicology and poison information sciences. - Demonstrated active pursuit of certification by the American Board of Applied Toxicology (ABAT). Required to obtain certification within 3 years of hiring. - Specialist in Poison Information Certification by America's Poison Centers OR certification by the American Board of Applied Toxicology (ABAT) - Knowledge of the proper use of computerized databases, texts, and files - Knowledge of the proper use of back-up medical consultants - Experience and a thorough understanding of potential interactions between drugs and disease states - Written and verbal communication skills must be superb in English and adaptable to situations involving callers ranging from children and the lay public to healthcare professionals - Adherence to all operational policies, protocols, standards and applicable philosophies and missions - Will work an average of 80 hours over each 2-week period. Preferred - Post graduate or clinical pharmacy residency or fellowship training - Certification by the American Board of Applied Toxicology (DABAT) - Involvement in scholarly activities - Multilingual - Typing proficiency

License / Certification

Registered Pharmacist

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as https://www.ucsf.edu/about/mission-and-values . In addition to , UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available https://diversity.ucsf.edu/ . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

EEO Statement

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.