Infection Preventionist Specialty MEE

Site: Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary

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Job Summary

Summary

Responsible for the coordination and planning of Infection Control activities. Provides guidance and consultation in the development planning and coordination of infection control. Conducts relevant investigations and develop reports pertinent to clinical risk management issues.

Does this position require Patient Care Yes

Essential Functions
-Report communicable diseases to local and state health departments and complete public health department forms as needed
-Utilize performance improvement methodology as a means of enacting change.
-Develops an annual surveillance plan based on the population(s) served services provided and analysis of surveillance data.
-Maintains records of actual potentially infectious patients and reports pertinent information to county state and federal agencies as required by law.
-Provides formal and informal education programs to hospital personnel as necessary or when directed.

Education
Bachelors Degree Health Sciences required or Masters Degree Related Field of Study preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree
No

Licenses and Credentials
Registered Nurse RN - State License - preferred

Certification in Infection Prevention and Control CIC

Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology preferred

Experience
Clinical healthcare experience 1-2 years required

Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Clearly demonstrable expert-level knowledge in infection control and prevention.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Statistical methods and data analysis and report writing skills.

Onsite

66 Blossom Street

40

Regular

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$94993.60 - $138143.20/Annual

Grade

7

At Mass General Brigham we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive and any offer extended will take into account your skills relevant experience if applicable education certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation addition to competitive base pay we offer comprehensive benefits career advancement opportunities differentials premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

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