Infection Preventionist
Full Time
Grants Pass, OR 97526
Posted Just posted
Job description
Job Summary/Objective:The Infection Preventionist promotes sound and scientific infection prevention principles and practices. This position is part of the clinical leadership team. Responsible for design and dissemination of infection prevention information, including surveillance data and policy decisions, is also accountable for decreasing the incidence and transmission of infectious diseases between patients, staff, visitors, and the community. Serves as a team member on various committees.
Responsible for the following:
The prevention and control of infection on 24-hour basis o Providing direction regarding the management of infectious patients/residents and other infection prevention issues
Directing the infection control risk assessment in conjunction with the executive and clinical leadership teams
Developing and implementing the annual infection prevention plan
Evaluating the annual plan for goal achievement in conjunction with the IPC
Conducting surveillance of infections o Directing and monitoring audits regarding the implementation of compliance with policies
Providing education and training o Liaise with clinical teams regarding the development of standards, audits, and research
Works with the federal, state and county departments of health regarding infectious and communicable disease reporting
Competencies
- Initiative • Leadership • Time Management • Decision Making • Communication Proficiency • Organization Skills
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