Infection Preventionist, Infection Control

The Infection Preventionist

• Promotes Carilion Clinic's Service Standards and quality service through teamwork, respectful communication, maintenance of a professional environment, partnership with those we serve, and anticipation of patient/customer needs.

• Serves as a consultant on issues related to guidelines and regulatory standards associated with, but not limited to, product evaluation and selection, construction and renovation risk assessments, Emergency Management and Employee Health, and outbreak management.

• Establishes, reviews, implements, and evaluates policies and procedures related to all Infection Control issues system wide, and assists with on-site support with availability to all areas.

• Researches, develops and implements a system for tracking and classification of all infection by facility, areas, service line and/or disease or procedure, (surveillance, trend identification, data presentation), as well as selected specific infection control indicators.

• Plans and implements orientation with an ongoing educational program in collaboration with Human Resources Development based on regulatory compliance, current issues, and needs assessment.

• Communicates necessary information with physicians, hospital staff, patients, families, and outside agencies. Regularly communicates and collaborates with local and state agencies, such as the (CDC), (OSHA), and the VDH.

• Provides input in budget development and operates in a cost-effective manner within budgetary constraints.

• Maintains professional competency and growth in epidemiologic issues specific to age groups served.

• Regularly collaborates, consults, and serves as a resource to hospital staff, patients, family members, management, physicians, and outside agencies regarding infection control issues.

• The infection preventionist is authorized to institute infection control measures deemed necessary when there is thought to be a danger to patients or personnel. This includes but is not limited to performing cultures or laboratory testing relative to an investigation of an outbreak, or potential and/or actual infectious disease problem.

• Travel may be required between Carilion Clinic sites and other locations. Must provide own transportation.

Education: Bachelor's degree in nursing (or actively enrolled in an RN to BSN program), or MTASCP/CLSASCP, or MPH, or experience as a public health epidemiologist required.

Experience: Knowledge and/or job experience in epidemiologic principles and infectious diseases.

Licensure, certification, and/or registration: Certified in Infection Control (CIC) required OR must obtain certification within 3 years of employment.

Life Support: AHA BLS-HCP required

Other Minimum Qualifications: Strong organizational and analytical skills. Knowledge of word processing, spread sheets, and presentation programs.

This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by the incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

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For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

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Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That's why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life - at work and when you're away.

When you make your tomorrow with us, we'll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself.Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training

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