Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title
Specialist Poison Information V

Job Category
Staff & Executive - Healthcare

Department
NJMS - Emergency Medicine NJPI

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Specialist Poison Information V in the Poison Information and Education System/Preventive Medicine and Community Health within the New Jersey Medical School (NJMS).

The Specialist Poison Information V is responsible for the telephone management of the exposed patient, providing consultation on care, as well as triaging and providing drug and poison information. The specialist also responds to calls on the New Jersey State AIDS/STD Hotline, providing information, resources and referrals. The Poison Specialist must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned shift. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of principles of growth and development of the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the departmental policies and procedures.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Responds to telephone calls regarding appropriate care and treatment for acute poisoning and toxic exposures.
• Demonstrates understanding of principals of toxicology when suggesting patient management or providing poison information.
• Specialists will acquire the skills to operate the telephone system, microcomputers and their peripherals and the backup systems.
• Obtains a complete history specific to each call.
• Properly assesses the severity of calls to the poison center and properly decides on follow up.

FLSA
Exempt

Grade
27S

Salary Details

Minimum Salary
77661.000

Mid Range Salary
93390.000

Maximum Salary
111027.000

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status
Full Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours
37.50

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description
HPAE 5094

Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment
Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility
ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in a health science discipline.
• Candidates must be a Nurse, Pharmacist, or Physician.
• Related experience and/or education may be substituted for the requirements on a year-for-year basis

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Successful completion of all orientation programs.
• Must have a detailed knowledge of pharmaceuticals and toxicological principals and have demonstrated knowledge of HIV/AIDS/STD's, their symptoms, treatments and testing.
• Must have excellent oral, written and keyboard skills and have technological "Know-How" to operate computers and telephone system.

Preferred Qualifications

• Some clinical experience is preferred but not required.
• Experience in Pediatrics, Emergency Medicine and Critical Care is preferred.

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Staff must be able to work in a call center environment which consists of sting or standing for several hours at a time, using a computer and phone

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number
26ST1190

Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus
Newark (RBHS)

City
Newark

State
NJ

Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.