Infection Preventionist

Oklahoma State Department of Health

Oklahoma City, OK, US
Base: up to $90,000.00 annually; bonus/equity: not...
Master's degree in epidemiology or rn license
3 years epidemiological experience
Hai surveillance and outbreak response
The Infection Preventionist serves as a Subject Matter Expert providing guidance to county partners and healthcare facilities on infection prevention

Job Summary

  • The Infection Preventionist serves as a Subject Matter Expert providing guidance to county partners and healthcare facilities on infection prevention.
  • Responsibilities include conducting HAI surveillance, investigating outbreaks, and performing on-site assessments to identify gaps in infection control practices.
  • The position offers a competitive benefits package including state-paid insurance premiums, retirement match, and up to $90,000 annual salary.

Matching Summary

The Infection Preventionist serves as a Subject Matter Expert providing guidance to county partners and healthcare facilities on infection prevention.

Salary

Base: Up to $90,000.00 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Generous state paid benefit allowance, retirement match, 15 days vacation, 15 days sick leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Master's degree in Epidemiology or RN license
  • 3 years epidemiological experience
  • HAI surveillance and outbreak response
  • Healthcare facility infection control assessments
  • Travel for outbreak investigations

Nice-to-have

  • CIC certification preferred
  • Strong communication with clinicians
  • Team collaboration skills
  • Critical thinking and data analysis
  • Microsoft Office proficiency

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in Epidemiology plus 3 years experience
  • Valid Oklahoma RN license with 8 years experience
  • Bachelor's nursing degree with 6 years experience
  • Master's degree with 4 years healthcare experience
  • Legal authorization to work in US without sponsorship

Work Rights

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship

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