Infection Prevention Epidemiologist

Northside Hospital Inc.; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Northside Hospital Inc. in the Atlanta area is seeking an experienced Infection Preventionist to lead and advance infection prevention programs.

This role focuses on developing, implementing, and evaluating specialty areas in infection control and participating in related projects to improve patient safety. The position requires CIC certification within 2 years of employment and at least two years of infection prevention experience, with a schedule from 7:30 AM to 4 PM and no weekend or on-call

Qualifications

• MPH or BS in Medical Technology or allied health; equivalent experience accepted.
• CIC certification within 2 years of employment.
• Two years of experience in Infection Prevention.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and evaluates infection prevention programs and participates in related projects.

Skills

Infection prevention

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Master of Public Health

BS degree in Medical Technology or allied health field

CIC Certification

Job description

Overview

Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more opportunity for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today.

Responsibilities

Develops, implements, and evaluates specialty areas, or participates in identified projects or groups related to infection control practice. The

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• MPH, BS degree in Medical Technology or allied health field, or equivalent experience.
• Certified in infection prevention (CIC) within 2 years of employment
• Two years' experience in Infection Prevention

Work Hours:

7:30AM - 4PM

Weekend Requirements:

No

On-Call Requirements:

No