Infection Prevention/Control Specialist - Fort Worth Texas

Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Fort Worth, Texas
Posted On: 01/07/2025

Location:Rosedale Office BuildingDepartment:Infection Prevention & ControlShift:First Shift (United States of America)Standard Weekly Hours:40Summary:Implements Cook Children's Health Care System Infection Control Program and Surveillance Plan. Performs surveillance for detection and prevention of infections occurring in the medical center and associated outpatient facilities. Utilizes an epidemiologic approach to preventing and controlling infections through problem solving, application of appropriate interventions, and education of personnel and families. Coordinates, implements, analyzes and makes independent judgments regarding institutional infection control practice and regulatory compliance. Manages aspects of data management, including abstraction, submission to federal agencies, and reporting to hospital/unit/department leadership.Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 1 year of experience in Infection Control with progressive responsibilities preferred.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, TJC, CDC, AIA and Texas DSHS compliance related to IC preferred Excellent computer, communication, and Information Systems skills.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment with strong analytical capabilities, excellent interpersonal and oral, written, communication skills, Adept in principles of adult education required.Certification/Licensure:
  • Must be licensed in one of the following: RNMTMLS, Certification Infection Control within 3 years of hireAbout Us:Cook Children's Medical Center is the cornerstone of Cook Children's, and offers advanced technologies, research and treatments, surgery, rehabilitation and ancillary services all designed to meet children's needs.Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer. More...

        

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