Infection Preventionist, Exempt
About The Position
Your experience matters Ottumwa Regional Health Center is part of Lifepoint Health , a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Infection Preventionist joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ® . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. Why join us Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees Competitive Paid Time Off Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants And much more... What we’re looking for An Infection Preventionist who develops and implements policies governing control of infections and communicable diseases. Develop systems for identifying, reporting, investigating and controlling infections and communicable diseases and assist Employee Health Nurse and other staff as time/workload permits.
Requirements
- Master's in Public Health (MPH), certified medical technologist, or a BS in microbiology or epidemiology.
- Requires current RN license with BSN preferred -or-Master's in Public Health (MPH), certified medical technologist, or a BS in microbiology or epidemiology.
- Licenses: Acquires Infection Control Certification within 3 years of employment.
- Minimum of five years clinical experience in a hospital setting or disease surveillance experience in a public health setting.
- Computer skills and basic statistical are preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provides concurrent surveillance of infection control activities
- Develops and implements appropriate infection control measures throughout the hospital.
- Provides assistance to and collaboration with the Employee Health Nurse as needed.
- Maintains a log of incidents related to infections and communicable diseases.
- Monitors infections in the hospital and evaluates as to hospital acquired infection.
Benefits
- Health (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- 401K Benefits for full-time employees
- Competitive Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
- Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
