Clinical Safety Specialist

Cabinet Peaks Medical Center is seeking a skilled Clinical Safety Specialist to join our team. As an Infection Prevention Specialist, you will play a crucial role in developing, implementing, and monitoring infection prevention and control programs within our organization.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in public health, microbiology, or a related field, with experience in infection control, public health, or a clinical setting. They will be responsible for conducting audits, analyzing data, and identifying trends to inform improvement initiatives.

Key responsibilities include:

• Infection Surveillance: Monitor infection rates, conduct audits, and analyze data to identify areas for improvement.
• Policy Development and Review: Develop and review infection prevention policies and protocols in line with best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Training and Education: Provide training and resources to healthcare staff on infection control practices, including hand hygiene and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Consultation: Act as a consultant for clinical staff regarding infection prevention strategies and interventions.
• Outbreak Management: Investigate and manage infection outbreaks by coordinating response efforts and implementing control measures.
• Collaboration: Work with multidisciplinary teams to promote a culture of safety and infection prevention within the organization.
• Compliance Monitoring: Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to infection control.

This is a part-time, non-exempt position (20 hours a week), typically Monday-Friday, day shift. A benefits package is available.