Associate Infection Preventionist, Infection Preventionist and Senior Infection Preventionist

Providence • Richland, WA

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About The Position

This is a combined posting for an Associate Infection Preventionist, 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. The Senior Infection Preventionist is considered to have expertise in Infection Prevention. A Senior IP is expected to work autonomously and to serve as a mentor to other infection preventionists. The Infection Preventionist is a specialized position with a focus on infectious disease surveillance and reporting. This role is expected to work in a predominantly autonomous fashion and should not require mentorship in their role. The role will work closely with other surveillance IP specialists and analysts as part of an overall system surveillance program. The Associate Infection Preventionist is the entry-level position for Infection Prevention. A candidate for this position must have a sufficient healthcare background but requires only basic infection prevention/epidemiology knowledge, as the majority of training will occur on the job. Kadlec Regional Medical Center are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Kadlec Regional Medical Center 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.

Requirements

• Senior Infection Preventionist Required qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Public Health, Lab Sciences, Microbiology, or related health sciences field Upon hire: National Certified in Infection Control - Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology. 2 years Healthcare experience. 2 years Epidemiology or Infection Prevention experience.
• Infection Preventionist Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Public Health, Lab Sciences, Microbiology or related health science field. Within 1 year of hire: Certified in Infection Control - Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology 1 year of Healthcare Experience 1 years of Epidemiology Experience
• Associate Infection Preventionist Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree - Nursing, Public Health, Lab Sciences, Microbiology or related health science field.

Nice To Haves

• Senior Infection Preventionist Preferred qualifications: Master's Degree in Nursing, Public Health, Lab Sciences, Microbiology, or related health sciences field 10 or more years in Healthcare experience. 10 or more years Epidemiology or Infection Prevention experience.
• Infection Preventionist Preferred Qualifications: Master's Degree in Nursing, Public Health, Lab Sciences, Microbiology or related health science field Or equivalent educ/experience 4 years of Healthcare Experience 2 years of Epidemiology Experience Upon hire Certified in Infection Control - Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology
• Associate Infection Preventionist Preferred Qualifications: a-IPC

Benefits

• Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of providing safe, compassionate care

What This Job Offers

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