Infection Preventionist

Advocate Health

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Base: $38.20 - $57.30; bonus/equity: not specified...
Infection prevention program
Risk based approach
Evidence based guidelines
The Infection Preventionist (IP) leads and implements the system Infection Prevention Program at their respective site, supporting the Infection Prevention vision to prevent pathways to infection and proactively manage infection risk

Job Summary

  • The Infection Preventionist (IP) leads and implements the system Infection Prevention Program at their respective site, supporting the Infection Prevention vision to prevent pathways to infection and proactively manage infection risk.
  • Major Responsibilities include developing site Infection Prevention Plans, 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 programs that invest in career development.

Matching Summary

The Infection Preventionist (IP) leads and implements the system Infection Prevention Program at their respective site, supporting the Infection Prevention vision to prevent pathways to infection and proactively manage infection risk.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Infection Prevention Program
  • risk based approach
  • evidence based guidelines
  • patient care practices
  • microbiology
  • asepsis
  • disinfection/sterilization

Nice-to-have

  • organizational change
  • lead others through influence
  • multidisciplinary approach
  • cost saving initiatives
  • program administration
  • adult education

Key Requirements

  • Infection Control (CIC) certification
  • Bachelor's Degree in Health Science, Allied Health, Nursing or related field
  • 5 years of experience in infection control, nursing and/or medical technology
  • Functional vision, speech, and hearing

Work Rights

Not specified

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