Infection Preventionist

Munson Healthcare•Traverse City, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for supporting the Infection Prevention Program for Munson Medical Center. Collaborates with System Director of Infection Prevention and Epidemiology, as well as hospital-wide leaders in the design and implementation of the infection prevention program. Ensures risk reduction through education, surveillance, reporting, control and prevention initiatives according to applicable state and federal regulatory requirements and accreditation standards for infection prevention. Performs risk assessments, makes recommendations, initiates action plans and facilitates ongoing evaluations to reduce the risk of healthcare associated infections and improve patient safety. Acts as a resource for current research, guidelines and expertise on infection prevention for the health system.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in a health-related field including: Nursing, Microbiology, Public Health, Epidemiology, or Medical Laboratory Science.
Two to three years’ clinical experience in healthcare desirable.
Must possess at least basic knowledge of statistics and medical microbiology.
Demonstrated leadership ability, communication and interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with physicians, management, staff, external agencies, patients and families on matters related to infection prevention and control.
Documented organizational performance improvement, biological safety or risk management activities.
Analytical skills necessary to gather and analyze data, prepare infection prevention reports and recommend an appropriate course of action to reduce the risk of healthcare associated infections.
Computer skills including use of spreadsheets, graphics and word processing.
Self-directed; able to work effectively and efficiently with multiple interruptions and changing work priorities.
Strong organizational and time management skills required.
Able to make quality, independent decisions using analytical and problem solving skills.
Demonstrates initiative and creativity in assigned work.
Highly detailed and team oriented.
Experienced in directing and guiding teams through complex problem solving processes utilizing strong interpersonal and communication skills and techniques.
Planning skills necessary to develop action plans, time lines and ability to achieve objectives within time frames allotted.
Presentation skills for development and delivery of presentations to diverse audiences.
Must be vaccinated or have lab confirmed immunity for Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella.
Must receive a flu vaccine during the flu season in the year that they are hired and annually thereafter, or receive an approved medical or religious exemption.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree
Board Certification in Infection Control (CIC) preferred; must be attained within two years of hire.

Responsibilities

Support the Infection Prevention Program for Munson Medical Center.
Collaborate with System Director of Infection Prevention and Epidemiology, and hospital-wide leaders in the design and implementation of the infection prevention program.
Ensure risk reduction through education, surveillance, reporting, control and prevention initiatives according to applicable state and federal regulatory requirements and accreditation standards for infection prevention.
Perform risk assessments, make recommendations, initiate action plans and facilitate ongoing evaluations to reduce the risk of healthcare associated infections and improve patient safety.
Act as a resource for current research, guidelines and expertise on infection prevention for the health system.