Infection Preventionist II (IP) - Infection Prevention Control
About The Position
The Infection Preventionist (IP) is responsible for the Infection Prevention and Control Program, developed to control the spread of infections and/or outbreaks. Track and monitor transmissible diseases and notify local, state and federal authorities about reportable diseases as required. As an IP, you will serve as a subject matter expert in infection control, collaborating with clinical and administrative staff to develop, implement, and monitor effective protocols. Through surveillance, data analysis, education, and policy development, the IP fosters a culture of safety and protection, protecting patients, staff, and visitors from healthcare-associated infections.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in applicable field or higher is required
- 3 years or more experience in healthcare field
- Certification in Infection Control preferred, required within 3 years & maintained thereafter
Responsibilities
- Control the spread of infections and/or outbreaks
- Track and monitor transmissible diseases
- Notify local, state and federal authorities about reportable diseases
- Serve as a subject matter expert in infection control
- Collaborate with clinical and administrative staff to develop, implement, and monitor effective protocols
- Surveillance
- Data analysis
- Education
- Policy development
- Foster a culture of safety and protection
- Protecting patients, staff, and visitors from healthcare-associated infections
Benefits
- Career Level Availabilities / Growth Opportunities
- Great Benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Hospitals
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
