Infection Preventionist

Job Description

Coordinates activities related to the Infection Control Program with an emphasis on the prevention of infection in patients, employees, physicians, and visitors in order to continuously improve patient outcomes.  Under the direction of the Manager, Infection Prevention, provides leadership and consultation regarding Infection Prevention to physicians, staff, patients and their families.  Supports operations in accordance with overall hospital strategies, policies and procedures.  Provides assistance during investigation of outbreaks, exposures or other infection control initiatives.

Gathers and reports communicable disease data to the appropriate Health System and regulatory agencies. 

QUALIFICATIONS  

Registered nurse, with a current California Registered Nurse license and

Five years’ experience in an acute care setting

OR

Master’s degree in Public Health or related field and Five years clinical experience Demonstrated knowledge of regulatory standards that apply to patient safety and infection control  Knowledge of and expertise in microbiology, epidemiology, sterilization and disinfection, infectious diseases, antibiotic usage, and clinical practice

License/Certification/Registration Requirements

Certification Board of Infection Control & Epidemiology, Inc.

(CBIC) Certification in Infection Control.

CBIC: Required for all new hires who have worked as an Infection Preventionist for over 2 years.

Ages of Patients Served- This position will serve all age groups.

Salary Range:

$70.84 - $106.26 USD Hourly