Poison Center Clinical Coordinator Pharmacist (Sacramento, CA)

University of California, San Francisco; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is seeking a pharmacist with toxicology expertise to join the California Poison Control System in Sacramento. You will provide assessment, information, management advice, and follow-up for emergency calls and contribute to scholarly activities.

Required Pharm.D., active CA pharmacist license, ABAT or DABAT certification, and strong English communication skills. A typical schedule includes around 80 hours over a 2-week period.

Qualifications

• Pharmacist with Pharm.D. degree and CA license.
• Certification in Poison Information (ABAT) or equivalent must be pursued within 3 years of hire.
• Post-graduate toxicology training or 3+ years clinical experience in toxicology/poison information.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills required.
• Familiarity with computerized databases and medical reference texts.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, information, management advice, and in-depth consultation for emergency toxicology calls.
• Follow up with callers and contribute to scholarly activities (research, publications, professional organizations).
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

English communication

Typing proficiency

Education

Pharm.D. Degree

CA Licensed Pharmacist

ABAT certification

DABAT certification

Job description

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

• 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

About Us

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 our PRIDE values .

In addition to our PRIDE values, 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 here .

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

Salary Information

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html