Clinical Information Resource Specialist I

Alberta Health Services; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A health care provider in Alberta is seeking a Clinical Information Specialist I. The role involves providing expert consultative services in poison information to the public and health care professionals. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Nursing or Pharmacy, and emergency/ICU nursing experience or clinical pharmacy experience is preferred. The position offers flexible shifts, competitive salary ranging from $52.09 to $69.45, and the opportunity to work with a dedicated team. Join us to make a meaningful impact in toxicology services.

Qualifications

• Completion of a bachelor's degree in Nursing or Pharmacy is required.
• Active or eligible for registration with the applicable college.
• Emergency/ICU or critical care nursing experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultative services regarding poison and toxicology.
• Extract, interpret, and summarize medical resources for information on poisons.
• Assist health care professionals and the public via telephone.

Skills

Creative

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Typing speed of 35 WPM

Intermediate computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing or Pharmacy

Job description

Your Opportunity

Under the direction of the Clinical Manager, the Clinical Information Specialist I (CIRSI) provides consultative service and advice in poison and toxicology via telephone to both the public and health care professionals in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and the Northwest Territories. CIRSI may also provide information related to occupational toxicology. CIRSI working at PADIS have either a pharmacy or nursing background.

Description

As a Clinical Information Resource Specialist I with the Poison and Drug Information Service (PADIS) team, you will provide expert consultative services regarding poison and toxicology, and occupational toxicology via telephone to both the public and health care professionals. In the CIRSI position, you will extract, interpret, and summarize the most up-to-date medical resources and latest research when providing information, treatment options and recommendations about exposure to poisons, chemicals or toxins, prescription and over the counter medications.

Job Details

• Classification: Clinical Info Res Spec I
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Poison and Drug Information Service (PADIS)
• Primary Location: Foothills Medical Centre
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.50
• Posting End Date: 24-DEC-2025
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 23-MAR-2026
• Temporary End Date: 11-DEC-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 30
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $52.09
• Maximum Salary: $69.45
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

Completion of bachelor's degree in Nursing or Pharmacy. Active or eligible for registration with the applicable college. Emergency/ICU or critical care nursing experience and/or drug information background.

Additional Required Qualifications

The successful candidate is required to have the following: For Pharmacists: Baccalaureate degree in pharmacy. Current registration in good standing with Alberta College of Pharmacists (ACP) and Northwest Territories DHSS Professional Licensing Office. 3 years hospital or clinical pharmacy experience required within the last 5 years. For Registered Nurses: Baccalaureate degree in nursing preferred. Current registration in good standing with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA). The successful candidate will require licensure in Northwest Territories and Nunavut (RNANT/NU) and Saskatchewan (CRNS) with more information provided upon hire. 3 years Acute Care experience required within the last 5 years. Additional General Required Qualifications for all applicants: Creative, flexible, well-organized, and demonstrated systems thinker. Excellent communication & interpersonal skills including providing peer feedback. Demonstrated ability to mentor and coach staff. A minimum typing speed of 35 WPM. Intermediate computer skills and literacy is a requirement for this position. Certified Specialist in Poison Information (CSPI) designation is an asset.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong clinical assessment skills and working knowledge of pharmacy. Proven ability to build and foster reciprocal relationships and build consensus. Proven ability to work collaboratively with team members, peers and both internal and external stakeholders. Demonstrated independence. Emergency and/or Critical Care experience for registered nurses, preferably within the last 5 years.