Pharmacist-Emergency/ICU RN - Specialist in Poison Information

Are you a pharmacist or ED/ICU nurse looking for an exciting career?  If so, we want to hear from you!  Illinois Health and Hospital Association is seeking a Specialist in Poison Information for its Illinois Poison Center (IPC) program.  Since 1953, the IPC has been saving lives and improving care for Illinoisans by working to reduce the incidence and injury of poisoning throughout the state.

At the IPC, no day is alike. One morning, you may help panicky parents whose child has eaten something they shouldn’t. In the afternoon, you might advise a clinician from an Illinois Hospital who is caring for a poisoned patient. You’ll also further the state’s public health efforts by helping to track a variety of outbreaks and poisoning cases.

The IPC team shares a passion for healthcare and a love of learning. You will be trained to help Illinoisans and Healthcare Providers regarding potentially harmful substances like medications, chemicals, plants, and mushrooms, and you’ll learn what to do for someone suffering from poisonous bug bites, stings and more.  By working side-by-side with toxicology specialists who have decades of experience in the field, you’re guaranteed to learn something new every day.

Aside from the satisfaction of improving the lives and health of residents across the state, the IPC offers a generous compensation package that includes health insurance, paid time off, retirement benefits, and more.

Please see below for the position’s educational requirements and more details about the role.

The Illinois Poison Center (IPC) of the Illinois Health and Hospital Association seeks a Specialist in Poison Information to work for the longest established and largest poison center in the U.S.  This individual answers and triages emergency poison exposure calls and information requests from the general public and health care providers.  Accountable for efficient, timely and accurate responses and documentation and follow-up to incoming poison information/exposure calls.  Receives in-house training in the field of clinical toxicology and preparation for the national poison specialist certification exam.  Participates in IPC’s robust professional education program, which precepts pharmacy and medical students and residents.

Doctorate in Pharmacy or medicine (Must be licensed in the state of Illinois within 6 months of start date); Masters level Physician Assistant; or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Pharmacy licensed in the state of Illinois with three or more years of critical care or emergency department experience.  Exemplary clinical pharmacology and calculations skills required.  Exemplary organizational, communication, and conflict management skills in a fast-paced environment.  Maturity, tactfulness and sensitivity to confidential situations.  Proficient computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office, database management programs, and the internet.  Incumbent must sit for the APC Certified Specialist in Poison Information Exam during the first qualifying exam cycle, and pass the exam within 2 attempts.  Performance of job responsibilities may exceed regular work hours including day, evening, night, weekend, and holiday hours, and may require last minute schedule changes or frequent schedule alterations.

We offer an excellent benefits package. Qualified candidates must apply online: https://www.team-iha.org/our-association/employment-opportunities/ 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected status.