Infection Prev/Emp Health

Encompass Health Corporation; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Company 401(k) with match

Flexible spending and health savings

Vibrant healthcare team

Job summary

Encompass Health Corporation is seeking an Infection Preventionist / Employee Health Coordinator to lead the infection control program and employee health operations. You will ensure CMS, TJC, CDC, OSHA compliance and analyze infection data to guide policies and education.

The role involves surveillance of hospital-acquired infections, maintaining health records, and conducting employee wellness programs to support safe patient care and staff well-being.

Qualifications

• Completion of post-secondary education in a health-related field.
• CPR certification and BLS instructor certification are preferred.
• Experience with OSHA regulations is desirable.
• Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) is preferred.
• 1 year of clinical experience is valued.

Responsibilities

• Direct the Infection Control Program and employee health coordination.
• Ensure compliance with CMS, TJC, CDC, OSHA and other standards.
• Analyze infection data to identify trends and risk factors.
• Develop policies aligned with infection control guidelines.
• Surveil and report hospital-acquired infections and maintain health records.
• Conduct employee health programs and new hire health processes.

Skills

CPR certification

BLS instructor certification

OSHA regulation knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Post-secondary health-related education

CIC certification (preferred)

1 year clinical experience

Job description

InfectionPreventionist / Employee Health Coordinator CareerOpportunity

Recognized for your Skills
Are you a healthcare professional deeply committed to patient safety? Join Encompass Health, the nation's largest inpatient rehabilitation provider, as an Infection Preventionist / Employee Health Coordinator, where your expertise will help ensure our patients receive the highest standards of care. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead efforts to prevent and control infections, collaborating closely with the healthcare team to implement and monitor infection prevention practices. Beyond a job, this is an opportunity to build a fulfilling career close to home and close to your heart. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of rehabilitation patients and ready to play a key role in maintaining the highest standards of care, join us in this impactful position contributing to the health and safety of individuals within your community.

A Glimpse into Our World
At Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Working with us means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in the growth opportunities we offer and how our team unites for the greater good of our patients. Our achievements include being named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing.

Starting Perks and Benefits
At Encompass Health, we are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and caring environment where you can thrive. From day one, you will have access to:

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
• Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
• 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 Preventionist / Employee Health Coordinator 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.
• Manage hospital policies consistent with applicable infection control guidelines and standards.
• Perform surveillance, analysis, and reporting of hospital-acquired infections.
• Maintains all appropriate employee health records and develops policies.
• Conducts in-service programs related to employee wellness.
• Manages new hire employee health process.

Qualifications

• License or Certification:
  • CPR certification (ACLS preferred); Basic Life Support (CPR) instructor certification preferred.
  • Current license or certification applicable to health-related field.
• Education and Experience:
  • Completed post-secondary education in a health-related field including but not limited to medicine, nursing, laboratory technology, public health, or biology.
• Demonstrated knowledge or job experience in Workers' Compensation law and OSHA regulations.
• Training in infection control and/or epidemiology.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred.
• Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) preferred.
• 1 year experience in a clinical setting in field of practice.
• If Registered Nurse, CRRN certification preferred.
• Experience in hospital infection control practice preferred.

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. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing!

At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.