Job Description

Poison Information Specialist

Requisition IDreq31473
Working TitlePoison Information Specialist
Position Grade15
Position Summary
The University of New Mexico College of Pharmacy and the New Mexico Poison and Drug Information Center (NMPDIC) in Albuquerque, are seeking a term Poison Information Specialist for the Poison Center. The NMPDIC is a major teaching site for UNM's College of Pharmacy and School of Medicine.
Located in the historically-rich southwest, the College of Pharmacy is part of the Health Sciences campus and works collaboratively with the School of Medicine, College of Nursing, UNM Hospitals, and UNM Cancer Research and Treatment Center in the state's largest health complex. For more information, go to: http://nmpoisoncenter.unm.edu/
The NMPDIC is accredited as a Regional Poison Center by the American Association of Poison Control Centers. NMPDIC provides services to the entire state of New Mexico on a 24/7 basis. We provide treatment recommendations during possible poisonings, collaborate with the Department of Health during statewide and national emergencies, and assist emergency personnel during hazardous material incidents. Specialists in Poison information can participate in teaching and research opportunities based on need and level of training. In addition to the Specialists, the NMPDIC employs a full-time Educator who represents NMPDIC at fairs, group presentations to audiences of all ages, training, and collaboration with pharmacy students, and many other collaborative efforts.
Required Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Receive and respond to telephone inquiries from the general public, health care practitioners, and other agencies regarding poison and drug information.
  • Provide information on the toxicity of drugs, poisons, chemicals, biologics, hazardous materials, and other substances; Recommend antidotes, treatments, and/or courses of action to callers in emergency situations.
  • Provide information on all aspects of drug usage to health care practitioners, agencies, and the public, as assigned.
  • After the SPI has managed over 2000 human exposures, the schedule will consist of the overnight shift exclusively, as per seniority scheduling.
  • The SPI will be required to sit for and pass the Certified Specialist in Poison Information certification exam that is offered nationally once a year.
  • Some weekends and holidays are required.
(Shift differentials available for overnights and evenings)
Notice: Funding available for two years from date of hire; continuance beyond that date is subject to the Department's operational needs as outlined in UBPPM #3200, Employee Classifications at:

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment
  • Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy. Certification/LicensureMust be eligible for licensure as a Pharmacist in the State of New Mexico.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Poison Information Specialist, Emergency Department or ICU experience
  • Proficient in Excel and Word
  • Experience using electronic clinical database resources
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Be able to type 50 WPM
  • Previous elective course or experiential rotation in toxicology
Additional Requirements
CampusHealth Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM
DepartmentPoison Control (040A)
Employment TypeStaff
Staff TypeTerm - Part-Time
Term End Date11/30/2026
StatusNon-Exempt
PayHourly: $32.42-$55.62
Benefits EligibleThis is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.
ERB StatementAs a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.
Background Check RequiredYes
For Best Consideration Date11/5/2024
Eligible for Remote WorkNo
Eligible for Remote Work Statement
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1) Cover Letter detailing your directly related experience

2) Resume/CV

3) List of at least 3 professional references (phone & email)

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