Pharmacist SR EX

University of California, San Francisco•San Francisco, CA

5h•Onsite

About The Position

The California Poison Control System (CPCS) is a statewide, 24-hour informational hotline designated by the California Emergency Medical Services Authority and managed by the UCSF School of Pharmacy, Department of Clinical Pharmacy. It operates from four UC-affiliated answering sites and handles approximately 250,000 calls per year, using computerized information systems and a 24-hour translator service. The Pharmacist responds to emergency and informational toxicology and poisoning calls at the CPCS site located at Zuckerberg San Francisco General, a UCSF partner. The role provides assessment, information, management advice, in-depth consultation, and follow-up. It also includes directing and supporting hotline staff, documenting calls, participating in teaching and scholarly activities, contributing to quality improvement and professional development, and assisting with toxicology protocol development. The position averages 80 hours per two-week period and includes shared coverage of days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

Pharm.D. degree.
Current California pharmacist license in good standing, or licensure by the time of starting.
At least two years of clinically oriented pharmacy practice experience, or two years of Poison Control Center experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge and ability necessary to perform the assigned duties successfully.
Excellent drug information skills and knowledge of pharmacology, toxicology, physical chemistry, and pathophysiology.
Knowledge of proper use of computerized databases, texts, and files.
Knowledge of proper use of backup medical consultants.
Experience and a thorough understanding of potential interactions between drugs and disease states.
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills, adaptable to callers ranging from children and the general public to healthcare professionals.
Adherence to operational policies, protocols, standards, and applicable philosophies and missions.
Average 80 hours of work per two-week period, including shared day, evening, night, weekend, and holiday coverage.

Nice To Haves

Postgraduate or clinical pharmacy residency or fellowship training.
AAPCC certification as a Specialist in Poison Information or Diplomate of the American Board of Applied Toxicology.
Involvement in scholarly activities.
Multilingual ability.
Willingness to work predominantly or exclusively night shifts.

Responsibilities

Provide initial management advice and follow-up for emergency and informational telephone calls to the CPCS Hotline.
Obtain pertinent information, assess the seriousness of situations, and provide clear, concise, relevant recommendations suited to the caller’s level of understanding.
Direct, assist, and provide backup for Specialists in Poison Information and Providers in the CPCS hotline service.
Oversee medical advice provided by students, visiting healthcare professionals, Poison Information Providers, and Specialists in Poison Information assigned to the poison center service.
Document calls and consultations using standard written or electronic medical record forms.
Contribute to CPCS teaching programs, including developing and presenting lectures on poisoning management and prevention and assisting with precepting students, residents, and fellows.
Participate in scholarly activities, including research, publications, and professional organizations.
Participate in quality improvement and professional development, and attend rounds and case conferences concerning hospitalized patients and problematic cases.
Investigate case histories and relevant literature, consult as needed, and develop medically and economically appropriate treatment and triage recommendations.
Assist with the development of toxicology management protocols.
Perform other duties as assigned.