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Form of workMinimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Nursing, Biostatistics, Biology, Epidemiology or a related field and four years of experience in healthcare epidemiology and/or infection control, and/or healthcare associated infection surveillance and/or communicable disease epidemiology, OR a Master's degree in a related field and three years of such experience, OR a Doctoral degree in a related field and one year of such experience.
Health Research, Inc.'s (HRI) mission is building a healthier future for New York State and beyond through the delivery of funding and program support to further public health and research programs. In support of our mission and our commitment to providing a safe workplace, we require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless approved for a religious or medical exemption.
This position requires that the incumbent will report to the official work location and live within commuting distance to the official work location. Telecommuting may not be available. If telecommuting is available, the incumbent will be required to have internet access
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's or graduate degree in infection control, biology, statistics, public health, epidemiology, nursing, or a related field. Certification in Infection Control (CIC), knowledge of infection control policies and practices related to MDROs, experience in outbreak investigation or control. At least three years of work experience in healthcare-associated infection surveillance and/or as a healthcare facility Infection Preventionist. Experience conducting research or quality improvement projects targeting healthcare-associated infections or public health, providing technical assistance and training to healthcare providers, and presenting to professional/scientific audiences; strong organizational and analytic skills; and excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to adapt them to various audiences and settings. Experience interpreting data and/or conducting data analysis using epidemiological principles and methodologies. Experience in utilizing health-related data sets or disease registries and working with confidential data. Experience with information technology and systems used for electronic public health reporting. Supervisory experience.
Responsibilities
Health Research Inc. is seeking a passionate and dedicated public health professional to join our team. As an Infection Prevention Specialist I, you will have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and communities by performing a broad range of epidemiological, Infection Prevention, and surveillance activities necessary to address novel and targeted multidrug resistant organisms. The Infection Prevention Specialist I will provide education, training, and guidance to acute and long-term facilities on Infection Prevention and control practices for MDROs, work to improve inter-facility communication to ensure that it includes relevant infection control information, such as MDRO status, and develop and implement HAI quality improvement and performance management activities.
Employee Benefits
Health Research, Inc. (HRI) offers a robust, comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:
Conditions of Employment
Grant funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required.
This position requires that the incumbent will report to the official work location and live within commuting distance to the official work location. Telecommuting may not be available. If telecommuting is available, the incumbent will be required to have a telephone/mobile device, and internet access.
Health Research, Inc.'s (HRI) mission is building a healthier future for New York State and beyond through the delivery of funding and program support to further public health and research programs. In support of our mission and our commitment to providing a safe workplace, we require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless approved for a religious or medical exemption.
Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
HRI participates in the E-Verify Program.
HRI has a long-standing dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. HRI is committed to the principle of non-discrimination in all phases of its employment procedures and practices.
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans
www.healthresearch.org
Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Nursing, Biostatistics, Biology, Epidemiology or a related field and four years of experience in healthcare epidemiology and/or infection control, and/or healthcare associated infection surveillance and/or communicable disease epidemiology, OR a Master's degree in a related field and three years of such experience, OR a Doctoral degree in a related field and one year of such experience.
Health Research, Inc.'s (HRI) mission is building a healthier future for New York State and beyond through the delivery of funding and program support to further public health and research programs. In support of our mission and our commitment to providing a safe workplace, we require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless approved for a religious or medical exemption.
This position requires that the incumbent will report to the official work location and live within commuting distance to the official work location. Telecommuting may not be available. If telecommuting is available, the incumbent will be required to have internet access
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's or graduate degree in infection control, biology, statistics, public health, epidemiology, nursing, or a related field. Certification in Infection Control (CIC), knowledge of infection control policies and practices related to MDROs, experience in outbreak investigation or control. At least three years of work experience in healthcare-associated infection surveillance and/or as a healthcare facility Infection Preventionist. Experience conducting research or quality improvement projects targeting healthcare-associated infections or public health, providing technical assistance and training to healthcare providers, and presenting to professional/scientific audiences; strong organizational and analytic skills; and excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to adapt them to various audiences and settings. Experience interpreting data and/or conducting data analysis using epidemiological principles and methodologies. Experience in utilizing health-related data sets or disease registries and working with confidential data. Experience with information technology and systems used for electronic public health reporting. Supervisory experience.
Responsibilities
Health Research Inc. is seeking a passionate and dedicated public health professional to join our team. As an Infection Prevention Specialist I, you will have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and communities by performing a broad range of epidemiological, Infection Prevention, and surveillance activities necessary to address novel and targeted multidrug resistant organisms. The Infection Prevention Specialist I will provide education, training, and guidance to acute and long-term facilities on Infection Prevention and control practices for MDROs, work to improve inter-facility communication to ensure that it includes relevant infection control information, such as MDRO status, and develop and implement HAI quality improvement and performance management activities.
Employee Benefits
Health Research, Inc. (HRI) offers a robust, comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:
- Health, dental and vision insurance - Several comprehensive health insurance plans to choose from;
- Flexible benefit accounts - Medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit;
- Generous paid time off - Paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave;
- Tuition support - Assistance is available for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities;
- Retirement Benefits - HRI is a participating employer in the New York State and Local Retirement System and offers optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan. HRI provides a postretirement Health Benefits Plan for qualified retirees to use towards health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses;
- Employee Assistance Program - Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees, both personally and professionally;
- And so much more!
Conditions of Employment
Grant funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required.
This position requires that the incumbent will report to the official work location and live within commuting distance to the official work location. Telecommuting may not be available. If telecommuting is available, the incumbent will be required to have a telephone/mobile device, and internet access.
Health Research, Inc.'s (HRI) mission is building a healthier future for New York State and beyond through the delivery of funding and program support to further public health and research programs. In support of our mission and our commitment to providing a safe workplace, we require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless approved for a religious or medical exemption.
Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
HRI participates in the E-Verify Program.
HRI has a long-standing dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. HRI is committed to the principle of non-discrimination in all phases of its employment procedures and practices.
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans
www.healthresearch.org
