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George Washington University

Director, National Capital Poison Center

George Washington University, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022


Job Description Summary:The National Capital Poison Center invites medical or clinical toxicologists to apply for the

Director

position. The Center has a regional base, handling about 38,000 human poison exposures from the DC metro area annually, and a national scope through its web POISON CONTROL project which provides fully-automated, online management of about 130,000 human poison exposures nationally (and internationally). Established in 1980, the Center is an independent 501(3) not-for-profit organization, funded through grants and philanthropy.The Director, National Capital Poison Center provides leadership, direction, innovation, stability and supervision for all Poison Center and project staff to optimize the operations, quality, cohesiveness, efficiency, funding, innovation, and public and professional image of the Center and the web POISON CONTROL project.Responsible for:Administrative, leadership and toxicology functions: Board of Directors, National Capital Poison CenterUniversity liaison functions: Chairman, Department of Emergency Medicine, The George Washington UniversityMajor responsibilities:Programmatic direction

Provide fiscal, clinical, administrative, IT, and programmatic direction for the Center, including long-range planning and over-arching supervision of all programs to optimize quality and efficiency. Implement and maintain cutting-edge programs and services.Coordinate, supervise, plan, and administer special projects including surveillance, research, grant, technologic and administrative projects.Ensure medical direction of the Center and on-call

SPI

backup is adequate and responsive to the Center's needs.Participate in the web POISON CONTROL project including algorithm development, publication, case auditing, project funding and promotion.Analyze data, identify trends and hazards, and prepare data reports (annual reports, research and surveillance reports, grant reports).Identify and implement technologic advancements to enhance quality and efficiency of clinical and administrative operations.Provide continuous quality improvement for Poison Center operations.

Fiscal, human resources, IT, and administrative responsibilities

Provide administrative direction, supervision, and 24/7 operational support for the Center, ensuring compliance with all corporate, fiscal, personnel, accounting, legal, fundraising, IT, infrastructure, insurance, and administrative functions.Provide leadership, direction and supervision for all Center and project staff. Ensure staff competency and retention.Oversee the financial duties and needs of the Center including budgeting, reviewing purchases and journal entries, 990 preparation, audits, contracts, bank accounts, grant reporting and deliverables.Ensure the short- medium- and long-term financial and administrative viability of the Center.Conduct existing fundraising projects and develop and implement additional fundraising strategies.Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, insurance and grant requirements.Optimize organizational structure for the Center and onsite/remote work arrangements.Manage Board of Directors relations and conduct Board meetings.

Outreach, media, partnerships, promotion, and professional education

Supervise and prioritize public education programs in poison prevention and poison center awareness for the general public.Promote the Center in the media by responding to requests for interviews and supervising social media and outreach campaigns.Supervise

NCPC -provided health professional educational programs throughout the DC metro area.Engage in lobbying activities to raise awareness of the Center among legislators.Develop partnerships with local organizations.

Accreditation

Ensure

AAPCC

accreditation of the Center.

Miscellaneous

Maintain medical/clinical toxicology expertise and knowledge of current operations of U.S. poison centers.All other duties required to optimize the operations, quality, cohesiveness, efficiency, funding, innovation, and public and professional image of the National Capital Poison Center.

Minimum Qualifications:Qualified candidates will hold a BA/BS in a related discipline plus 10 years of relevant professional experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:Board certified in applied toxicology with pharmacy licensure in DC, MD and VA, or board certified in medical toxicology with physician licensure in DC, MD and VA.Preferred Qualifications:MD degree, board certified in medical toxicology, or

ABAT -certified PharmD.Prior experience directing a poison control center preferred.Hiring Range:

$159,388.36 - $334,609.86GW Staff Approach to Pay:

How is pay for new employees determined at GW?Healthcare Benefits:GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.Campus Location:

Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.College/School/Department:

School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS)Family:

Research and LabsSub-Family:

Centers/InstitutesStream:

ManagementLevel:

Level 4Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-TimeHours Per Week:

40Work Schedule:

Monday through Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pmWill this job require the employee to work on site?

YesEmployee Onsite Status:

Essential onsiteTelework:

NoRequired Background Check:

Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry SearchSpecial Instructions to Applicants:

Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa statusInternal Applicants Only?

NoPosting Number:

R002054Job Open Date:

06/28/2024Job Close Date:

[TBD]Background Screening:

Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.EEO Statement:

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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