What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infection Preventionist position at Indiana University Health System?
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Join Our Team as an Infection Preventionist at Riley Children's Hospital!
Are you passionate about safeguarding the health and well-being of children? Riley Children's Hospital is seeking a dedicated Infection Preventionist to join our team!
In this vital role, you will play a key part in maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our patients, staff, and visitors by conducting targeted infection surveillance activities and responding effectively to infection outbreaks.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough infection surveillance activities to identify, investigate, and respond to infection outbreaks among patients and staff.
- Develop and implement effective preventative measures to control and minimize infections.
- Educate and train healthcare personnel on best practices for infection prevention and control, ensuring adherence to established protocols.
- Ensure compliance with recommendations and standards set by regulatory and accrediting agencies to uphold the highest standards of care.
Why Join IU Health?
At IU Health, Indiana’s most comprehensive healthcare system, we offer abundant career growth and professional development opportunities. In addition to a supportive work environment, our substantial benefits package includes PTO, 401(k) matching, and various other programs tailored to meet your needs.
Qualifications:
- Associates degree or higher. Bachelor's Degree preferred.
- Knowledge of nursing and medical procedures; medical and environmental microbiology; infectious disease; epidemiology; asepsis and immunology preferred.
- Requires knowledge of local; state; and national regulations and standards and their impact on infection control.
- National certification in infection control preferred within 3 years from date of hire.
- 3-5 years experience in healthcare or related field is preferred. Prior experience in infection control preferred.
If you are committed to fostering a safe healthcare environment for children and possess the skills and knowledge to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you! Join us at Riley Children's Hospital, where your work will make a meaningful difference in the lives of our young patients.
Apply today and be part of a dedicated team that prioritizes health and safety in child healthcare!
Job Category: Allied Health
Posting Date: 2025-01-27T20:50:01 00:00
Job Schedule: Full time
Job Shift: Day
Locations: 705 Riley Hospital Dr Indianapolis IN 46202
