Infection Prev/Hosp Educator

Encompass Health • Dothan, AL

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About The Position

Join Encompass Health as an Infection Preventionist / Hospital Educator, where your expertise will help ensure our patients receive the highest standards of care. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead efforts to prevent and control infections, collaborating closely with the healthcare team to implement and monitor infection prevention practices. This is an opportunity to build a fulfilling career close to home and close to your heart, making a difference in the lives of rehabilitation patients and contributing to the health and safety of individuals within your community.

Requirements

• CPR certification required.
• Current license or certification applicable to health-related field.

Responsibilities

• Direct the managerial functions of our Infection Control Program.
• Assure compliance with CMS, TJC, CDC, OSHA, and other federal and state standards and guidelines.
• Analyze hospital infection data to identify trends, clusters, risk factors and variances.
• Manage hospital policies consistent with applicable infection control guidelines and standards.
• Perform surveillance, analysis, and reporting of hospital-acquired infections.
• Assist in coordination of clinical rotations and student orientation packet completion.
• Train staff in new hire orientation (departmental) and assist in general hospital orientation.
• Assist with projects and audits.
• Assist with staff training in QI certification and other required training.
• Coordinate preceptor program.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
• Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
• Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees