What are the responsibilities and job description for the INFECTION PREVENTIONIST position at Shannon Health?
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Job Summary |
The infection preventionist is responsible for the facility infection prevention and control program (IPCP), which is designed to provide a safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment and to help prevent the development and transmission of communicable diseases and infections.
CMS definition: “Infection preventionist”: term used for the person(s) designated by the facility to be responsible for the infection prevention and control program.
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Education |
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Education Type |
Program of Study |
Required/Preferred |
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Professional |
Microbiology, Nursing, Medical Technology, Epidemiology or other related field |
Associate degree required with bachelor’s degree preferred |
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Experience |
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Number of Years |
Type of Experience |
Required/Preferred |
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1-3 |
Education or certification |
Preferred |
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Certification & Licensures |
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Certification/Licensure Type |
Required/Preferred |
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Registered Nurse or Medical Technologist |
Required |
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Certified Infection Control |
Preferred |
