Hours of Work :

8:00am-4:30pm

Days Of Week :

M-F

Work Shift :

Job Description :

Your Job: 
In this highly visible and challenging position, you'll collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to provide the very best care for our patients. The Infection Preventionist performs surveillance, education, consultation, data analysis, aggregation and reporting of infection or risk of infection. Identifies and reduces the risk of infection. Supports the mission, vision, values and strategic goals of Methodist Health System.

Your Job Requirements:
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Microbiology, Biology, Medical Technology or other related science field.
• Master’s Degree in Public Health, Nursing, or other related science field preferred
• CIC certification preferred
• Licensure of educational background is related (e.g. Nursing, Medical Technologist) 
• Work Experience: 2 years' experience participating in a hospital-based infection prevention & control program consisting of surveillance, education of staff, data analysis and aggregation consistent epidemiological practices
•  Knowledge and practice of performance improvement processes
•  Knowledge of state, national and other regulatory bodies' standards 
• Proficiency in data base management
•  Strong biostatistics knowledge and application of appropriate statistical methods and analysis

Your Job Responsibilities:  
• Communicate clearly and openly
• Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment
• Be accountable for your performance
• Always look for ways to improve the patient experience
• Take initiative for your professional growth
• Be engaged and eager to build a winning team

General Job Summary:
This position is responsible for developing, coordinating, and implementing a comprehensive infection prevention and control program. Three principal goals include: protecting the patient; protecting the healthcare worker, visitors, and others in the healthcare environment; and accomplishing this in a cost-effective manner (whenever possible). Assesses the educational needs and develops training for the hospital and medical staff related to infection prevention and control. All programs will be conducted in accordance with system philosophy, objectives, policy and procedures, Joint Commission standards, regulatory requirements and professional standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Manages critical data and information, including surveillance of healthcare associated infections (HAIs), using a well-designed surveillance program that is based on sound epidemiological principles. Directs and supports a culture of targeting zero healthcare associated infections and works to reduce non-compliance with best practices as part of the patient safety program. (15%)
2. Complies with regulations, guidelines, and accreditation requirements and ensures that Hospital administration and management are made of aware of above. (10%)
3. Provides external and internal reporting of infection data, including infection rates, reportable conditions, and other infection information as needed. (10%)
4. Develops, recommends, and implements policies and procedures, based on scientifically valid infection prevention and control measures that have a positive impact on the process and prevention of HAIs. Considers both clinical outcomes and financial implications when making recommendations for changes in practice. (10%)
5. Intervenes directly and indirectly to prevent the transmission of infectious diseases. (15%)
6. Provides consultation to the healthcare organization and practitioners, and to the community by providing current information on infection prevention and control. Collaborates with other departments in ensuring that findings, recommendation, and policies are integrated and useful in those departments. (10%)
7. Makes regular rounds and maintains a continuous record of each infection noted. Investigates and reports all epidemics, trends or unusual infections identified to the department manager and others as appropriate. (15%)
8. Identifies opportunities for improvement based on indicators, process and outcome measures, other findings and/or observations. Participates and contributes in the organization’s quality improvement plan. (10%)
9. Enhances professional growth and development and routinely assesses the educational needs of staff and customers. (5%)

Reports to: System Director of Infection Prevention
Supervises: None

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
1. Requires physical and mental stamina.
2. Occasional prolonged walking, standing, squatting, stooping, and pulling.
3. May be exposed to infections, contagious diseases, and blood-borne pathogen diseases.
4. Subject to unpredictable, emergency, or crisis situations.
5. Contact with patients is variable.

Methodist Celina Medical Center is located on a 40+ acre campus just off of Dallas Parkway, and will serve as the community’s first full-service hospital, serving Celina and surrounding communities. The four-story medical center will open with 51 beds, with plans for expansion, and will feature a range of services including cardiology, women’s services, orthopedics, robotic surgery, and more. The campus will also include a 40,000-square-foot medical office building.

The $237 million facility will be one of Celina’s largest employers in the fastest growing city in the country. We strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.