Infection Preventionist Ii

Park Ridge Child Care Center Inc

Newark, NY, US
Base: $80,000.00 - $102,000.00; bonus/equity: not ...
Conducts hai surveillance for patients and staff
Analyzes and reports infection data to directors
Investigates infection clusters with physicians
The role supports the Infection Prevention Program by serving as a liaison to all assigned organization departments

Job Summary

  • The role supports the Infection Prevention Program by serving as a liaison to all assigned organization departments.
  • Incumbents are responsible for conducting surveillance for hospital-onset and community-acquired infections among patients and staff.
  • The position requires leading projects to reduce infections and developing in-service programs for the organization.

Matching Summary

The role supports the Infection Prevention Program by serving as a liaison to all assigned organization departments.

Salary

Base: $80,000.00 - $102,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Conducts HAI surveillance for patients and staff
  • Analyzes and reports infection data to directors
  • Investigates infection clusters with physicians
  • Leads projects to reduce hospital infections
  • Develops and revises infection prevention policies

Nice-to-have

  • Strong analytical and computer skills
  • Excellent customer service abilities
  • Interpersonal communication skills
  • Proactive risk identification capabilities
  • Consultant regarding prevention issues

Key Requirements

  • CIC certification within 2 years of hire
  • 3 to 5 years relevant work experience
  • Background in nursing, clinical, or public health
  • Full-time availability for 40 hours per week

Work Rights

Not specified

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