Specialist Poison Information V

Responsibilities

• Manage telephone calls regarding acute poisoning and toxic exposures, providing appropriate care and treatment consultations.
• Triage calls and provide detailed drug and poison information to patients and healthcare providers.
• Respond to calls on the New Jersey State AIDS/STD Hotline, offering information, resources, and referrals.
• Obtain complete patient histories and assess the severity of calls to determine necessary follow-up.
• Utilize telephone systems, microcomputers, and backup systems to document and manage patient data.
• Apply knowledge of growth and development principles to provide age-appropriate care for diverse patient populations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in a health science discipline.
• Must be a licensed Nurse, Pharmacist, or Physician.
• Detailed knowledge of pharmaceuticals and toxicological principles.
• Demonstrated knowledge of HIV/AIDS/STD symptoms, treatments, and testing.
• Excellent oral, written, and keyboard communication skills.
• Ability to work in a call center environment, including sitting or standing for extended periods.

Preferred Qualifications

• Clinical experience in healthcare settings.
• Experience in Pediatrics, Emergency Medicine, or Critical Care.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs.
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans.
• Employee and dependent educational benefits.
• Life insurance coverage and employee discount programs.

About the Company

Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) is New Jersey’s academic health center. We take an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research to improve human health. Our community of healers, scientists, and scholars is dedicated to advancing medical innovation and providing patient care informed by the latest research findings.