What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infection Preventionist position at Huntsville Hospital Health System?
Overview
Coordinates the management of the Huntsville Hospital Infection Control program. Investigates and monitors known or potential sources of suspected infections in order to determine source and ensure control. Knows standard methods and criteria for identifying Healthcare Associated infections. Provides related education to staff. Reviews sterilization and disinfection techniques and recommends changes as necessary.
Qualifications
Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Experience required:
Education: Require one of the following: BS degree in Nursing, Medical Technology, or Public Health/Epidemiology. Require current license or registration certification as a Registered Nurse or Medical Technologist. Prefer national certification in Infection Control with ability to maintain re-certification as required. Will accept applicant without certification but certification must be obtained within three years of hire to position (can sit for exam after 2 years in role).
Experience:
Minimum of 5 years experience in medical/surgical patient care or laboratory work as appropriate.
Previous teaching experience with ability to teach hospital and medical staff. Working knowledge
of CDC, JC, OSHA, and CMS requirements helpful. Two years experience as ICP preferred (with CIC certification).
Additional Skills/Abilities:
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MedMined, and other data collection/display software. Detail oriented with good organizational and interpersonal skills. Ability to multi-task and become skilled member of Mock Survey Team. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) with ability to develop coursework and teach hospital and medical staff.
About Us
Highlights of our hospitals
Huntsville Hospital was recently named Best Regional Hospital and #2 in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report. With 971 beds, a specialized Orthopedic & Spine Tower, a Level III Regional Neonatal ICU, and the largest Emergency Department and Level 1 Trauma Center in the state with our own specialized Red Shirt Trauma Program, there are many opportunities to apply your knowledge and skills. We are a certified Primary Stroke Center and named "One of the Top 100 Hospitals in the Nation with Great Heart Programs." From six cath labs and four EP labs to multiple medical and step-down units, you can continually grow your skillset! We offer a training center on campus for continuing education, Shared Governance Program, Clinical Ladder for professional development, The Daisy Award, and if you are a new grad, a Nurse Residency Program to help you transition from student to professional nurse. We care about you and your well-being by offering an excellent benefits package, childcare, health and wellness programs, an onsite employee pharmacy, a free health clinic, tuition assistance, and much more. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Ask us about incentives and additional opportunities.
Huntsville Hospital Benefits:
We are committed to providing competitive benefits. Our benefits package for eligible employees includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending; short term and long term disability; several retirement account options with 401K organization match; nurse residency program; tuition assistance; student loan reimbursement; On-site training and education opportunities; Employee Discounts to phone providers, local restaurants, tickets to shows, apartment application and much more!
Learn more about Huntsville Hospital Health System:
- Careers: https://careers.hhsys.org/careers-home
- Benefits: https://careers.hhsys.org/us/en/benefits
- Education & Professional Development: https://www.huntsvillehospital.org/education
- Life In Huntsville: https://www.huntsvillehospital.org/about-huntsville-al
