Infection Preventionist

Advocate Health

Burlington, US
Base: $38.20 - $57.30; bonus/equity: not specified...
Hybrid
Infection prevention program
Risk based approach
Evidence based guidelines
Advocate Health is seeking an Infection Preventionist to lead and implement their Infection Prevention Program across various sites. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in infection control, nursing, or medical technology, and will play a crucial role in preventing infections and improving health outcomes

Job Summary

  • The Infection Preventionist (IP) leads and implements the system Infection Prevention Program at their respective site, supporting the vision to prevent pathways to infection and proactively manage infection risk.
  • This role involves collaborating with various teams, serving as a consultant on infection prevention best practices, and identifying strategies to improve health outcomes by preventing hospital-acquired infections.
  • Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards, including competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, and programs that invest in career development.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Advocate Health is seeking an Infection Preventionist to lead and implement their Infection Prevention Program across various sites. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in infection control, nursing, or medical technology, and will play a crucial role in preventing infections and improving health outcomes.

Salary

Base: $38.20 - $57.30; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Infection Prevention Program
  • risk based approach
  • evidence based guidelines
  • multidisciplinary approach
  • hand hygiene program
  • communicable disease exposure

Nice-to-have

  • organizational change leadership
  • leading others through influence
  • product innovation and evaluation
  • cost saving initiatives

Key Requirements

  • CIC certification or obtained within 2 years
  • Bachelor's Degree in Health Science, Allied Health, Nursing or related field
  • 5 years of experience in infection control, nursing and/or medical technology
  • Must be able to perform various physical tasks
  • Must have functional vision, speech, and hearing

Work Rights

Not specified

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