Infection Preventionist

A healthcare system in Alaska has an immediate need for a permanent Infection Preventionist. This position assists the Director in organizing and directing the activities of the infection control program for all departments throughout a facility or ambulatory setting, including surveillance, infection prevention and control measures, and education for employees. Works collaboratively with healthcare teams to minimize the risk of infections and promotes a safe and sanitary environment for patients, staff, and visitors utilizing clinical knowledge and expertise. Requirements:RN highly preferred. Will consider CIC non-RN with Master's Degree.Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN); or Master's Degree in Public Health (MPH) degree.CIC preferred at time of hire or obtain within 1 year of hire date. Minimum 2 years of experience in a healthcare setting.Other requirements specific to job/client Estimated PayWe provide a competitive range of compensation for this position. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience and specific worksite location. The Pay Range for this position is $83,366 to 108,368. It is possible that this position can be hired outside of this salary range based on experience. Position is eligible for commitment bonuses and relocation assistance. Benefits of Working with Epic Leadership Staffing:Excellent total team rewards.Experienced recruitersDeep networks to connect you with the most up-and-coming, recognized positions in your fieldExclusive searches with direct connections to decision makers About Epic Leadership Staffing:With more than 20 years of experience in improving the efficiency of healthcare organizations, Epic Leadership Staffing has become a prominent name in Interim Leadership and Executive Search Services across the nation. We have successfully placed over 10,000 healthcare professionals, which is a testament to our expertise. Our unique partnership approach enables our placement experts to gain a deep understanding of our candidates' career goals and objectives, allowing us to identify the ideal opportunities for them. If you are interested in this job opportunity, please apply now, or contact us for more information.By applying for this position, you agree that any calls from Epic Staffing Group and its subsidiaries may be monitored or recorded for training and quality assurance purposes.Epic Staffing Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, housing, age, disability or genetics.We will consider all qualified applicants for employment, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws.