Infection Preventionist

Advocate Health

$38.20 - $57.30 ph
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Infection prevention program
Risk based approach
Evidence based guidelines
** Advocate Health is seeking a full-time Infection Preventionist to lead and implement their Infection Prevention Program across various sites, focusing on preventing infections and managing infection risks in healthcare settings. The role requires collaboration with healthcare teams, compliance with regulatory standards, and strong communication skills. **

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 managing transmission-based isolation programs.
  • Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards, including competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, and educational assistance programs.

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** Advocate Health is seeking a full-time Infection Preventionist to lead and implement their Infection Prevention Program across various sites, focusing on preventing infections and managing infection risks in healthcare settings. The role requires collaboration with healthcare teams, compliance with regulatory standards, and strong communication skills. **

Salary

$38.20 - $57.30

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

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

Nice-to-have

  • organizational change leadership
  • multidisciplinary approach
  • team development
  • cost saving initiatives
  • career development programs

Key Requirements

  • Infection Control (CIC) certification
  • Bachelor's Degree in Health Science or related field
  • 5 years of experience in infection control
  • Experience with patient care practices
  • Experience with microbiology
  • Experience with asepsis
  • Experience with disinfection/sterilization
  • Experience with adult education
  • Experience with infectious diseases
  • Experience with program administration
  • Experience with epidemiology

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