INFECTION CONTROL SPECIALIST - Esmont Virginia

Company: Encompass Health
Location: Esmont, Virginia
Posted On: 11/11/2024

Infection Control Specialist Career Opportunity Competitive Salaries Salary Range: $36.05 - $45.00 per hour Recognized for your Infection Prevention/Employee Health Skills Are you a healthcare professional deeply committed to patient safety? Join our team as an Infection Control Specialist, where you will spearhead efforts to prevent and control infections in an effort to ensure the highest standard of care for our patients. This role involves collaborating closely with the healthcare team to implement and monitor infection prevention practices. A Glimpse into Our World Experience the difference of working with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. Our achievements include being named one of the 'World's Most Admired Companies' and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For - Award. Starting Perks and Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time and part-time employees and their families
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time
• Tuition reimbursement and continuous education opportunities
• Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do Be the Infection Control Specialist you always wanted to be
  • Direct the managerial functions of our Infection Control Program
  • Assure compliance with CMS, TJC, CDC, OSHA, and other federal and state standards and guidelines
  • Analyze hospital infection data to identify trends, clusters, risk factors, and variances
  • Educate staff on infection control protocols
  • Develop and maintain infection control standards meeting regulatory guidelines Qualifications
    • Current license or certification as a medical technologist, clinical laboratory scientist, physician, or registered nurse
    • BLS certification required
    • Minimum of a bachelor's degree in a healthcare field
    • 1 year experience in a clinical setting in the field of practice
    • CIC Certification preferred
    • Training in infection control and/or epidemiology
    • Completed post-secondary education in a health-related field The Encompass Health Way We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Join us on this remarkable journey! More...

          

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