At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead infection prevention initiatives and educate staff to keep everyone safe.
- Company: Join a healthcare organisation dedicated to improving community health.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, professional development, and a chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for growth and collaboration.
- Why this job: Be at the forefront of infection control and impact patient safety positively.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in relevant field and 3 years of experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
The Infection Preventionist will serve as the organization’s Infection Control Officer and be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the infection prevention program, including setting appropriate infection prevention goals and objectives for the organization. The Infection Preventionist is responsible for the review and revision of hospital policies and procedures. The Infection Preventionist will be responsible for educating staff in the use of tools and techniques to reduce the risk of infectious diseases among patients, staff, visitors, and the community. This will be accomplished through the creation of an Infection Control Plan and Risk Assessment, the Infection Control committee, coordination with Accreditation, and collaboration with RRMC leaders. This position utilizes quality improvement and project management tools and methods to plan, implement, and lead improvement projects. They are also key in data interpretation and communication regarding the infection prevention realm. This will support the organizations’ key strategic priorities as they relate to infection prevention.
Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Health Sciences, Epidemiology, Public Health, Nursing, or related field, or equivalent experience. Master’s degree preferred.
Minimum Work Experience: 3 years’ experience in an acute care or post-acute care setting. Infection prevention experience strongly preferred. Demonstrated experience using quality improvement and project management tools and methods. Experience working with organisations such as the Centre for Disease Control, The Joint Commission and the Centres for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Experience gathering and analysing large and complex sets of data.
Required Licenses/Certifications: Current Professional Licensure/Certifications in accordance with degree/profession. Board Certified Infection Control (CIC), within 2 years of hire. Certification as a Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) is desirable. Certified as a Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS) is desirable.
Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: Demonstrated ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams with positive results. Knowledge of clinical terminology and clinical processes/practices. Working knowledge with microbiology, asepsis, cleaning, disinfection, sterilisation, education, and statistics. Demonstrated working knowledge of universally accepted quality improvement methods and change management. Strong Microsoft desktop application skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and web browsers). Willingness and ability to utilise personal vehicle for work purposes. Strong analytical skills including the ability to assess and analyse process and outcome information as well as the effectiveness of programs. Facilitation and presentation skills. Team-building skills. Problem-solving skills.
Pay Range = $38.91 - $56.68
Infection Preventionist in Rutland employer: Rutland Regional Medical Center
Rutland Regional Medical Center is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. Located in the picturesque town of Oakham, our facility provides comprehensive benefits, including health coverage, paid time off, and a retirement plan, making it an ideal place for Surgical Technologists to thrive in their careers while contributing to high-quality patient care.
Contact Details:
Rutland Regional Medical Center Recruitment Team
