Infection Preventionist II- Full-time, Day Shifts (Temple Hospital)

The Infection Preventionist II (IP) is responsible for identifying, investigating and monitoring healthcare associated infections. The IP actively participates in regulatory activities to ensure compliance with CDC, DOH, NHSN, TJC, and OSHA standards. This role is also involved in developing educational initiatives focused on infection prevention practices such as the use of PPE, training about disease process and prevention of hospital associated infections. The IP collaborates with both internal and external stakeholders to coordinate efforts around prevention of hospital associated infections and controlling lateral spread of infectious pathogens within the hospital. This role will utilize epidemiologic methodologies to conduct outbreak investigation efforts as needed.

Education

Bachelor's Degree Microbiology, Medical Technology, Nursing or healthcare

related field Required or

Master's Degree Public Health Required

Experience

2 years in Infection Prevention and Control Required

Licenses

Cert Infection Control Required

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day Job