Poison Center - Pharmacist

University of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition benefits

Scholarships

Annual leave

Sick leave

Holiday pay

Parental leave

Professional development

Job summary

University of South Carolina is seeking a Pharmacist to serve in the South Carolina Poison Center in Columbia. The role provides toxicology consultation and drug information to healthcare professionals and the public, under supervision of the Medical Director and Center Director.

The position supports patient safety and public health through evidence-based guidance, with duties spanning documentation, compliance, quality improvement, and staff training across a 24/7, flexible schedule in a SRGP

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 1+ year of related experience.
• Licensed as a registered pharmacist by the South Carolina Board of Pharmacy.
• Experience with poison and drug information is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide toxicology consultation and drug information services to healthcare professionals and the public.
• Maintain clinical documentation and regulatory compliance in the poison center system.
• Contribute to quality improvement and operational support activities.
• Maintain professional competency and support training of staff and students.

Skills

Toxicology knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Licensed pharmacist

Job description

Posting Number:

RTF00192PO26

USC Market Title:

Pharmacist

Link to USC Market Title:

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156304

Business Title (Internal Title):

Poison Center - Pharmacist

Campus:

Columbia

Work County:

Richland

College/Division:

College of Pharmacy

Department:

COP South Carolina Poison Center

Anticipated Hiring Range:

$84,820 - $131,471

Part/Full Time:

Full Time

Hours per Week:

37.5

Work Schedule:

• Schedule varies as assigned by Director of the Poison Center to ensure 24/7 coverage.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Type of Staff Position:

Staff Research Grant (SRGP)

Basis :

12 months

Job Search Category:

Other

About University of South Carolina:

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

South Carolina Retirement:

Yes

State Insurance Programs:

Yes

Annual Leave:

Yes

Sick Leave:

Yes

Advertised Job Summary:

The Pharmacist serves in the South Carolina Poison Center and provides professional toxicology consultation and drug information services to healthcare professionals and the public. Under limited supervision of the Medical Director and Center Director, this position applies advanced pharmacologic knowledge and established poison center protocols to assess toxic exposures, evaluate medication-related risks, and recommend appropriate management strategies. The primary goal of the position is to ensure accurate, timely, and evidence-based poison and drug information guidance that supports patient safety and public health throughout South Carolina.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience:

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 1 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials:

• Licensed as a registered pharmacist by the South Carolina Board of Pharmacy

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in providing poison and drug information

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Up-to-date knowledge of drug and poison information to relay to the public; and, or, skills to direct callers to appropriate caregivers in emergency situations.

Job Duty:

Provide Toxicology Consultation and Drug Information Services:

Respond to poison exposure and medication-related inquiries from healthcare professionals and the public to promote safe and appropriate patient care. Utilize established toxicology protocols, pharmacologic resources, and professional judgment to assess exposure severity, evaluate risk, and recommend appropriate management or referral. Conduct follow-up evaluations as necessary to monitor patient outcomes and ensure continuity of care.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

65

Job Duty:

Maintain Clinical Documentation and Regulatory Compliance:

Document all consultations, assessments, recommendations, and follow-up activities in the poison center electronic data management system to ensure accurate records, regulatory compliance, and adherence to grant and quality assurance standards. Review case entries for completeness and accuracy.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

20

Job Duty:

Contribute to Quality Improvement and Operational Support:

Participate in case review, data analysis, and quality assurance activities to support continuous improvement of poison center services. Assist with development and refinement of protocols and contribute to research or reporting initiatives as assigned.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

10

Job Duty:

Maintain Professional Competency and Support Training:

Maintain active pharmacist licensure and required continuing education. Support training and guidance of student assistants or poison information providers to ensure consistent application of protocols and documentation standards.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

5

Hazardous weather category:

Essential

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.:

No

Number of Vacancies:

1

Job Open Date:

08/19/2026

Job Close Date:

10/03/2026

Open Until Filled:

No

Benefits:

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

Quicklink for Posting:

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/211863

EEO Statement:

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.