Infection Preventionist-Practice Administration
Requisition ID
41056
Department
Practice Admin
Location
Poway,
California
Union
Not Applicable
Salary Range
44.02 - 61.63
Job Type
Part-Time
Shift
Day
Hours Per Shift
08
Hours Per Pay Period
40
Description
Plans and conducts a systematic method for identifying, reporting and evaluating infections. Conducts surveillance process and communicates results to appropriate committees/departments. Uses epidemiological method and surveillance data to evaluate current infection prevention practices and quality improvement action plans. Provides on-going reviews and evaluation of safety equipment and products, waste management procedures and makes appropriate recommendations based on current standards. Liaisons with Public Health Department by reporting required communicable diseases. Enhances professional knowledge and practice by actively participating in professional organizations such as the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC), and by seeking out appropriate educational opportunities to improve and broaden knowledge of infection prevention and control. Represents infection prevention principles and current knowledge in quality improvement process. Contributes to any medical group audits or licensure by facilitating compliance with infection prevention and control standards as set forth by regulatory agencies. Collaborates with Employee Health on issues of exposures, immunization and other employee-related infection issues. Supports the medical group’s risk management program by providing technical information regarding infection prevention issues and notifying Risk Management of potential issues. Conducts infection surveillance activities at Palomar Health Medical Group. Participates in infection prevention education by providing orientation, in-services or resources to staff, physicians, and the community based on identified needs. Maintains knowledge of safety and house-wide issues by completing mandatory classes. Speak and read English at a level that is sufficient to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. Knowledge of standard office equipment (i.e., calculator, fax, photocopier) and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, Powerpoint, internet, e-mail). Windows computer skills including proficient use of keyboarding, use of mouse or keys for functions such as selecting items, use of drop down menus, scroll bars, opening folders, copying and similar operations required upon employment or within the 1st two weeks of employment to perform the essential functions of the job. Performs other duties as assigned. Follows Palomar Health Medical Group rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws and standards. Carries out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health Medical Group.
Job Requirements
Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or health related field or combination of education and Infection Control certification
Preferred Education: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
Minimum Experience: At least 1 year in an ambulatory healthcare setting
Preferred Experience: 3+ years as an infection control practitioner with associated responsibilities
Required License: Valid Driver's License
Preferred License: Current CA RN License or Current CA Medical Technologist
Required Certification: American Heart Association recognized BLS - Healthcare Provider
Preferred Certification: Certified Infection Control Practitioner
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, gender, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.