Infection Control Preventionist

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Compensation Range:

Anticipated Base compensation rate is in the range of $129,480.00 – $161,683.00 / Year depending on qualifications and experience.

Department:

875300 Infection Control

Expectations:

The Infection Control Preventionist is trained in hospital epidemiology principles and is responsible for the surveillance, analysis, interpretation and reporting of hospital acquired infections (HAI); educating employees about infection control prevention; and the development of health system policies and procedures to insure rigorous infection control standards that meet TJC, OSHA, CMS, CDC/NHSN, California statutes and other nationally organized recommendations and requirements. This position requires completion of an Infection Control Program training and CIC. This position is required to be on-call.

EDUCATION:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, B.S. Medical Technology, B.S. Biology-Medical Technology, Master’s in Public Health, or Doctor of Medicine required.

EXPERIENCE/TRAINING:
Minimum 1 year experience in Infection Control required. Knowledge of NHSN reporting required.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
Required:
Current Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) within 3 years of hire/transfer.

SKILLS:
Computer literacy. Proficiency in use of electronic health records and infection control databases. Competent in Microsoft Office.

Worker Type:

Regular

Full time

Shift:

Days