Infection Preventionist IP MGH

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Full time 40 hour position.

The Infection Preventionist for Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) is responsible for the day-to-day implementation of the Infection Prevention functions of MGH IC one of the site teams of Mass General Brigham (MGB) Infection Control. The Infection Preventionist reporting to the MGH Director of Infection Control must have knowledge and experience in infection prevention and control principles and practice the ability to make evidence-based decisions excellent problem-solving skills and excellent written and oral communication skills.

MGB is in an active change management environment and the Infection Preventionist will need to demonstrate flexibility and open mindedness as the contours of this position will actively evolve over time.

Job 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 MA - prederred

Certification in Infection Prevention and Control CIC

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.

Hybrid

66 Blossom Street

40

Regular

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$96886.40 - $140899.20/Annual

Grade

7

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