Infection Preventionist, Ambulatory

4 weeks ago

Santa Rosa, United States Sutter Health Full time

Organization:

SPMF-Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation - South

Position Overview:

Responsible for affiliate's Infection Prevention program providing expert consultation and support to patient care delivery and department operations with professional responsibility in the following functions: nursing, surveillance, infectious disease exposure response, data analysis and interpretation, inspection, control measures, education, evaluation, performance improvement and recommendations. Reports infectious disease exposure risk issues and recommended remediation steps to the appropriate foundation leadership and committees in a timely manner. All work is conducted in compliance with Institute for Medical Quality (IMQ) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)/Cal-OSHA regulatory requirements, and other relevant regulatory and professional guidelines and in partnership with the public health department as appropriate.

Job Description:

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's in Nursing, public health, microbiology, or epidemiology

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

RN-Registered Nurse of California

OR MD-Medical Doctor

OR PharmD-Pharmacist

OR PA-Physician Assistant

OR NP-Nurse Practitioner

OR DPM-Doctor of Podiatry

OR DO-Doctor of Osteopathy

CIC-Infection Prevention and Control Certification within 36 months

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

5 years recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of microbiology, epidemiology, statistical analysis, standards and technology of patient care, infectious disease, sterilization, sanitation and disinfection practices and/or adult education principles.

Must have the ability to interact with all levels of foundation employees and medical staff as well as, interfacing directly with external agencies and organizations.

Must have ability to creatively and effectively solve complex problems and manage crises.

Computer literate, with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, word processing, and statistical software. Includes knowledge and ability to use online services.

Ability to interpret and implement accrediting and regulatory requirements relating to the practice of infection control (e.g. IMQ, Title 22, CMS, and OSHA)

Ability to apply mathematical concepts (e.g., fractions, percentages, proportions and statistics) for analysis and problem solving.

Ability to create and translate clinical data into reports and presentations for appropriate audience.

Ability to define issues, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

Critical thinking and analytical skills with a keen attention to details.

Ability to influence others by persuasion and problem solving to achieve desired outcome.

Collaboration skills to facilitate open sharing of information and cooperation with various stakeholders

Displays a customer service focus in all decisions and actions.

Ability to communicate through verbal and written means, and to present information to a variety of audiences.

Ability to interact and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.

Demonstrates respect for cultural and linguistic differences and promotes an inclusive work environment.

Basic understanding of performance improvement monitoring and development of performance improvement indicators.

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

As Needed

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $79.36 to $104.75 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.

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