Infection Preventionist I

• Infection Control

Conduct surveillance and reporting of communicable diseases, healthcare associated infections, and/or health risks from the built environment including air and water. Complete necessary reports, review ICRAs and facilities and construction documentation, and maintain records to document infection prevention and control activities. Work collaboratively with program members and external stakeholders Make recommendations to supervisor based on learnings. Assist in the development of policies and procedures to identify and reduce risks to patients, families and employees. Participate in outbreak investigations and bio response preparation and execution. Collaborate with Employee Health and Occupational Safety and Environmental Health to provide post exposure testing, treatment and prophylaxis.

• Training & Education

Support orientation and training of employees and education to personnel, patients or families through structured presentations and unstructured interactions as needed. Obtain Certification in Infection Prevention and Control within 2 years of hire. Develop currency and professional development in field through continuing education, literature, and seminars. Implement gained knowledge into programmatic functions. May participate in efforts for education and advancement in the field in organizations such as APIC, ASHRAE, ASM, SHEA, PIDS, IDSA, etc.

• Research

Under the direction of the Program Director, participate as desired in research activities related to infection prevention and control

• Data Management

Enter data into and maintain local and external electronic databases (NHSN, ODRS, Vigilanz, Epic). Conduct regular, routine data analysis and visual report displays to provide meaningful data to program members and stakeholders. Review timeliness, accuracy, availability and security of information.

• Process Improvement

Participate in performance improvement efforts related to infection prevention and control