Poison Center Manager

UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOM; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Oklahoma's Poison Control Center seeks a Manager to provide operational and clinical leadership, ensuring delivery of high-quality poison information and patient care services. This role oversees daily operations, supervises pharmacists and staff, and collaborates on strategic initiatives, research, and quality improvement.

Requirements include a PharmD (or Bachelor’s in Pharmacy), 24 months Poison Control experience, and licensure with the Oklahoma Board of Pharmacy, ABAT

Qualifications

• PharmD degree required; equivalency: Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy acceptable.
• 24 months experience in Poison Control.
• Licensing/certifications: Pharmacist licensure by the Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy, Diplomate of the ABAT, and Oklahoma Preceptor's License (or ability to obtain within one year).
• Hiring contingent upon a background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational and clinical leadership for the Oklahoma Poison Control Center.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, supervise poison information pharmacist specialists and staff.
• Manage budgets, staffing resources, and collaborate with leadership on initiatives, research, and quality improvement.

Education

PharmD Degree

Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy

Job description

Pay Range:Commensurate with experience.

Benefits Eligible:Yes

Work Schedule:Will be discussed by hiring manager and based upon the needs of the center.

Travel:May be required

Position Introduction:

The Poison Control Center Manager provides operational and clinical leadership for the Oklahoma Poison Control Center, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based poison information and patient care services. This position is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Center, supervising poison information pharmacist specialists and administrative personnel, managing budgets and staffing resources, and collaborating with leadership to support strategic initiatives, research, grants, and quality improvement efforts. The Manager serves as a resource for complex poisoning cases, promotes excellence in staff development and performance, and advances the Center's mission through education, poison prevention, policy development, and partnerships with healthcare providers, public health agencies, and the community. This role requires strong leadership, clinical expertise, and a commitment to fostering innovation, collaboration, and exceptional service in support of the Oklahoma Poison Control Center's mission.

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Required Education and Experience:

• PharmD Degree
• 24 months experience in Poison Control.

Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept a Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy in lieu of the PharmD Degree.

Required Certifications and Licenses:

• Pharmacist licensure by the Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy.
• Diplomate of the American Board of Applied Toxicology (ABAT)
• Oklahoma Preceptor's License by the Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy or ability to obtain within one year of hire date.

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes