Infection Prevention Practitioner

Posted:
10/14/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Ohio, United States ⋅ Columbus, Ohio, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

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Job Description Summary:

This position is responsible for the effective direction, management and operation of the infection prevention program. Uses relevant evidence based guidelines and recommendations, epidemiological and implementation science theories in daily work to prevent infections and control outbreaks. Requires strong critical thinking skills and ability to work independently. Excellent communication, collaborative and leadership skills required to work with interdisciplinary teams. This role serves as a content expert consultant, influencer and educator to the healthcare team, patients, family and community. Ability to quickly make and implement decisions as required to control outbreaks and prevent the ongoing transmission of infections.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree (Required)CBIC - Certification Board of Infection Control - Certification Board of Infection Control

Work Shift:

Day

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

40

Department

Infection Control

Join us!
... if your passion is to work in a caring environment
... if you believe that learning is a life-long process
... if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry

Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment