Infection Preventionist Part-time
Infection Preventionist Part-time
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Infection Preventionist Career Opportunity
Recognized for your Infection Prevention Skills
Are you a healthcare professional deeply committed to patient safety Join Encompass Health the nations largest inpatient rehabilitation provider as an Infection Preventionist where your expertise will help ensure our patients receive the highest standards of care. In this pivotal role you will spearhead efforts to prevent and control infections collaborating closely with the healthcare team to implement and monitor infection prevention practices. Beyond a job this is an opportunity to build a fulfilling career close to home and close to your heart. If youre passionate about making a difference in the lives of rehabilitation patients and ready to play a key role in maintaining the highest standards of care join us in this impactful position contributing to the health and safety of individuals within your community.
A Glimpse into Our World
At Encompass Health youll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Working with us means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in the growth opportunities we offer and how our team unites for the greater good of our patients. Our achievements include being named one of the Worlds Most Admired Companies and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For Award among other accolades which is nothing short of amazing.
Starting Perks and Benefits
At Encompass Health we are committed to creating a supportive inclusive and caring environment where you can thrive. From day one you will have access to:
Affordable medical dental and vision plans for both fulltime and parttime employees and their families.
Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
Companymatching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do!
Be the Infection Preventionist you always wanted to be
Direct the managerial functions of our Infection Control Program
Assure compliance with CMS TJC CDC OSHA and other federal and state standards and guidelines.
Analyze hospital infection data to identify trends clusters risk factors and variances.
Manage hospital policies consistent with applicable infection control guidelines and standards.
Perform surveillance analysis and reporting of hospitalacquired infections.
Educate staff on infection control protocols.
Serve as a knowledgeable and available resource on infection control practices and policies.
Develop and maintain infection control standards meeting regulatory guidelines.
Qualifications
License or Certification:
o Current license or certification as a medical technologist clinical laboratory scientist physician or registered nurse.
Education and Experience:
Minimum of a bachelors degree in a healthcare field. - 1 year experience in a clinical setting in field of practice.
- Preferred: CIC Certification.
- Training in infection control and/or epidemiology.
- Preferred: experience in hospital infection control practice.
- Completed postsecondary education in a healthrelated field including but not limited to medicine nursing laboratory technology public health or biology.
Effective communication skills in both written and verbal forms.
Detailoriented with strong analytical abilities.
Ability to work independently and make informed decisions.
Flexibility to work varying shifts including weekdays weekends evenings or nights as needed.
The Encompass Health Way
We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy doing whats right focusing on the positive and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in postacute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36000 exceptional individuals and growing!
At Encompass Health we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race ethnicity gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression religion national origin color creed age mental or physical disability or any other protected classification.
Employment Type
Part-Time
