Infection Prev/Emp Health

Encompass Health • Colorado Springs, CO

8d • Onsite

About The Position

This pivotal role at Encompass Health, a leading inpatient rehabilitation provider, involves spearheading efforts to prevent and control infections. The Infection Preventionist / Employee Health Coordinator will collaborate closely with the healthcare team to implement and monitor infection prevention practices, ensuring patients receive the highest standards of care. This is an opportunity to build a fulfilling career and make a difference in the lives of rehabilitation patients by playing a key role in maintaining the highest standards of care and contributing to the health and safety of individuals within the community.

Requirements

• CPR certification (ACLS preferred); Basic Life Support (CPR) instructor certification preferred.
• Current license or certification applicable to health-related field.
• Completed post-secondary education in a health-related field including but not limited to medicine, nursing, laboratory technology, public health, or biology.
• Demonstrated knowledge or job experience in Workers’ Compensation law and OSHA regulations.
• Training in infection control and/or epidemiology.
• 1 year experience in a clinical setting in field of practice.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
• Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) preferred.
• If Registered Nurse, CRRN certification preferred.
• Experience in hospital infection control practice preferred.

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.
• Maintains all appropriate employee health records and develops policies.
• Conducts in-service programs related to employee wellness.
• Manages new hire employee health process.

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
• Education Level: Associate degree