What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Infection Prevention position at MUSC?
Job Description Summary
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Focus on partnering with physicians, serving as a visible resource to clinical staff and providing on-call support in the event infection control issues arise.
Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Cost Center
CC001495 LAN - Infection Control (LMC)
Pay Rate Type
Salary
Pay Grade
Health-33
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Job Description
Benefits :
- South Carolina State Health Insurance
- South Carolina State Retirement
- Competitive pay
- Paid Parental Leave
- Advancement Opportunities
- Certification Recognition
The IP is responsible for the facility activities aimed at preventing healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) by ensuring that sources of infections are isolated to limit the spread of infectious organisms. The IP systematically collects, analyzes, and interprets health data to plan, implement, evaluate, and disseminate appropriate practices. The IP ensures that existing standards and guidelines of applicable professional organizations and regulatory and governmental agencies comply. The IP serves as a consultant and resource person regarding infection prevention issues for all facility personnel, collaborates with other healthcare professionals within and outside the facility, and implements infection prevention education programs.
Experience : Five years of relevant hospital clinical experience for non-nurse applicants; Registered Nurses should have a broad level of nursing experience.
Education : Degree in nursing, epidemiology, public health, or related experience.
Licenses / Certificates : Current professional licensure or certification if appropriate to the primary discipline. Certification in Infection Control (CIC) preferred.
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and / or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.
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