Infection Preventionist and Senior Infection Preventionist

Providence • Portland, OR

6d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a combined posting for an Infection Preventionist and Senior Infection Preventionist. The requirements of each role are listed below under each associated title. Consideration for each role will be based on qualifications. If you have the qualifications of any one of these three positions, we encourage you to apply. Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Oregon Regional Shared Services and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them. The Infection Prevention Specialist is considered an Infection Prevention Practitioner. An IP Specialist is expected to work autonomously and should not require mentorship in their role. All Infection Preventionists (IPs) are accountable for implementation of and compliance with policies, practices, and processes of the infection prevention program at the facility, region, division and system level. In collaboration with the IP leadership, IP medical director, and IP peers, all IPs will follow all current local, state, and federal guidelines, standards, and regulations. Infection Preventionists provide infection prevention consultative services focused on providing the highest quality care at the lowest cost to patient and organization. The Infection Prevention Expert is considered to have expertise in Infection Prevention Expert. An IP Expert is expected to work autonomously and to serve as a mentor to other infection preventionists. All Infection Preventionists (IPs) are accountable for implementation of and compliance with policies, practices, and processes of the infection prevention program at the facility, region, division and system level. In collaboration with the IP leadership, IP medical director, and IP peers, all IP peers, all IP will follow all current local, state and federal guidelines, standards and regulations. Infection Preventionists provide infection prevention consultative services focused on providing the highest quality care at the lowest cost to patient and organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Public Health, Lab Sciences, Microbiology or related health science field.
• National Certified in Infection Control - Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology within 1 year of hire (for Infection Preventionist)
• National Certified in Infection Control - Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology upon hire (for Senior Infection Preventionist)
• 2 years of Healthcare experience; 4 years preferred (for Infection Preventionist)
• 2 years of Epidemiology or Infection Prevention experience; 4 years preferred (for Infection Preventionist)
• 5 years of Healthcare experience (for Senior Infection Preventionist)
• 5 years of Epidemiology or Infection Prevention experience (for Senior Infection Preventionist)

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in Nursing, Public Health, Lab Sciences, Microbiology or related health science field (for Infection Preventionist)
• Master's Degree in Nursing, Public Health, Lab Sciences, Microbiology, or related health sciences field (for Senior Infection Preventionist)
• Fellow of the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (FAPIC) within 2 years of hire (for Senior Infection Preventionist)
• Advanced Leadership Certification in IPC (AL-CIP) within 2 years of hire (for Senior Infection Preventionist)
• 10 or more years of Healthcare experience (for Senior Infection Preventionist)
• 10 or more years of Epidemiology or Infection Prevention experience (for Senior Infection Preventionist)

Responsibilities

• Accountable for implementation of and compliance with policies, practices, and processes of the infection prevention program at the facility, region, division and system level.
• In collaboration with the IP leadership, IP medical director, and IP peers, follow all current local, state, and federal guidelines, standards, and regulations.
• Provide infection prevention consultative services focused on providing the highest quality care at the lowest cost to patient and organization.
• Serve as a mentor to other infection preventionists (for Senior role).

Benefits

• Free, convenient, and ample parking
• TriMet annual pass (Hop Fastpass) for benefit eligible staff who work within the Portland Service Area
• Medical Plan Assistance Program
• Tuition reimbursement/education – includes 100% tuition paid program options; up to $5,250 per year for select undergraduate and masters degrees within Guild catalog. Required books and fees are 100% covered or reimbursable for select schools in the Guild catalog up to program funding cap
• Paid Time Off – Benefit eligible caregivers receive up to 25 days per year
• Retirement - The Providence retirement program consists of employer match and discretionary contributions
• Lyra Caregiver Assistance program- Up to 25 counseling or coaching sessions per eligible member per year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level