Infection Preventionist Roper Hospital

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Job Summary:

The Infection Prevention Specialist works collaboratively with Hospital Epidemiologist to use evidence-based guidelines to identify prevent analyze and monitor infection risks within Roper St. Francis Healthcare Facilities. Healthcare-associated infections (HAI) are reported as required by internal and/or external stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Associate degree in a science related field (i.e. microbiology nursing public health etc.).

Bachelors degree or higher preferred.

Experience: Minimum of two years of healthcare related experience. Previous Infection Prevention experience is preferred but not required.

Licensure/Certification: Appropriate licensure certification or registration in the profession field of the applicant if applicable. If RN must be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of South Carolina or holds a current compact/multi-state license as a Registered Nurse in a recognized NCSBN Compact State and is not a permanent resident of SC. Certified by the Certification Board of infection Control & Epidemiology (CBIC) is required within the first three years in position. All licensures and/or certifications must be current. Completion of infection control training courses by a recognized professional society (e.g. APIC SHEA) required within first year in position.

Primary Source Verification (if applicable): RN (if applicable) Nursing- SC Labor Licensing and Regulation (LLR): or compact RN state licensing board. and Skills: Computer Internet skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office products (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook etc.) is essential. Ability to analyze data problem solve apply evidence-based guidelines and collaborate with other departments on resolution of potential infection risk.

Other: Perform rotating on-call duties including day night weekend and holiday coverage for a 7-day period. Occasionally there are times when longer periods of on-call duties may be required.

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Roper St. Francis Healthcare teammate youre part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay incentives referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)

• Medical dental vision prescription coverage HAS/FSA options life insurance mental health resources and discounts

• Paid time off parental and FMLA leave and short- and long-term disability

• Tuition assistance professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .