Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

Introduction

Nationally recognized as a Great College to Work For, TTUHSC provides much more than just a job! Enjoy excellent benefits, including paid leave, retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so much more. Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positive environment where you can develop and thrive? Join us as we change the future of health care.

About TTUHSC

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the lives of others by educating students, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSC graduates more health care professionals than any other health care institution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees and certificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 million individuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is where world-class education meets compassionate patient care – and we believe that our people are the reason for our institution’s lasting success and bright future.

Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative and supportive community that empowers each individual to do their best work. Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first.

Position Description

The Department of Pharmacy Practice at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy is seeking a full-time, non-tenure-track faculty member in the Practice Management Division to serve as the Managing Director of the Texas Panhandle Poison Center (TPPC). This position presents outstanding opportunities for developing new interprofessional collaborations with the internationally recognized Infant Risk Center and the Texas Tech School of Veterinary Medicine, expanding the scope and reach of innovative patient care and scholarship.

The TTUHSC Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy delivers dynamic educational programs and patient care services across four campuses in Amarillo, Abilene, Dallas/ Fort Worth, and Lubbock, Texas. Based on the Amarillo Campus, the TPPC is one of six poison centers in Texas that make up the Texas Poison Center Network. TPPC has been providing services to residents of the Texas Panhandle for over 30 years, with a designated area that includes 71 counties, one-quarter of the land mass of Texas, and serves approximately 1.4 M people. The Managing Director will provide administrative oversight and leadership of the poison center staff and programs, including accreditation, safe and accurate management of poison center calls and cases, and the center’s nationally recognized Medication Cleanout™ initiative, a medication take-back program designed to prevent poisonings, misuse, and abuse while protecting the environment. Effort and time will be split between faculty and poison center responsibilities, with the majority spent overseeing the TPPC operations.

At the School of Pharmacy, department members on our four campuses are part of a division and recognized at the local, state, and national professional levels. The size and diversity of the divisions allow significant new faculty mentorship and multiple opportunities for teaching and scholarly collaboration, both within and between the different divisions. The School of Pharmacy provides new faculty members with programs to help them transition into the academic environment where they will provide didactic and experiential teaching, conduct scholarship, and provide school and university service.

Rank of Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor and applicable salary are dependent upon candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Major/Essential Functions

Oversees all operations of the poison center including staff management, financials, and accreditation. Works with the medical director on toxicological oversight of cases, reporting to state and federal oversight agencies, and grant and project applications, deliverables and reporting. Provides didactic and experiential teaching at the Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy. Conducts research and scholarship. Provides school and professional service.

Required Qualifications

Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.), Medical Doctor (M.D.), or a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree. Experience in acute care medicine or a strong background in toxicology. Licensure or eligibility to be licensed in the state of Texas.

Preferred Qualifications

American Board of Applied Toxicology (ABAT) certification or eligibility for ABAT. (If the candidate does not have ABAT certification, they would be expected to pursue eligibility and sit for the exam within 2 years of hire). Teaching experience is strongly preferred.

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more Retirement Plans Wellness Programs Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.