Infection Prevention Technician-Exempt

C002 Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

United States

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

MUHA (Medical University Hospital Authority/Medical Center) Infection Preventionist I role focuses on collecting and analyzing surveillance data to prevent healthcare-associated infections across MUSC facilities. The IP I identifies outbreaks and collaborates with departments to maintain safety and compliance with guidelines.

The role includes educating staff, patients and visitors on prevention measures, reviewing policies, and partnering with multidisciplinary teams to drive performance

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a science-related field and a minimum of two years of healthcare experience or a Master's degree in a science-related field with a minimum of one year healthcare work experience.
Certification in Infection Control required within 2 years after employment.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
Current basic life support certification (AHA BLS or Red Cross BLS) required.

Responsibilities

Collect, analyze and report surveillance data for healthcare-associated infections and identify outbreaks.
Evaluate infection prevention practices to ensure compliance with guidelines and policies.
Educate staff, patients and visitors on infection prevention recommendations.
Collaborate with other departments to ensure public health safety and work with multidisciplinary teams on guidelines and performance improvement.
Implement plans and programs to reduce healthcare-associated infections.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in science-related field

Master's degree in science-related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Infection Preventionist I (IP I) reports to the Manager of Infection Prevention. Under general supervision, the Infection Preventionist I utilizes evidence-based practices/guidelines with the ultimate goal of preventing healthcare-associated infections. This role collects, analyzes and reports surveillance data for healthcare-associated infections and identifies and investigates clusters or outbreaks of infection. This role evaluates patient care and hospital infection prevention practices in MUSC outpatient and inpatient settings to ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines, hospital policies/procedures and evidence-based practices. The IP I reviews policies, protocols, and scientific literature and educates MUSC staff, patients and visitors on infection prevention recommendations. The IP I works collaboratively with other departments to ensure staff, patient and visitor public health safety. The IP I collaborates with multi-disciplinary teams for implementation of evidence-based guidelines and performance improvement and implements plans, projects and programs to reduce healthcare-associated infections.

Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Cost Center CC003694 KER - Quality (KMC) Pay Rate Type Salary Pay Grade Health-28 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Work Shift

Job Description Entity/Organization: MUHA (Medical University Hospital Authority/Medical Center) FLSA Status: Hourly Hours Per Week: Job Description/Summary:

Minimum Training and Education:

Bachelor's degree in a science related field (i.e. microbiology, nursing, public health, etc.) and a minimum of two years of healthcare related experience or a Master's degree in a science related field and a minimum of one year of healthcare work experience. Previous Infection Prevention experience is preferred, but not required. Computer/internet skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.) is essential.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations:

Certification in Infection Control is required within 2 years after employment. Candidate must demonstrate excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Individual will portray professionalism, positive attitude, enthusiasm and be team oriented in all interactions. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required

Physical Requirements:

Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous)
Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Continuous)
Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous)
Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent)
Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)
Ability to work outside in temperature extremes. (Infrequent)
Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent)
Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent)
Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent)
Ability to bend at the waist. (Continuous)
Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent)
Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Frequent)
Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Frequent)
Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
Ability to reach overhead. (Frequent)
Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous)
Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous)
Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination. (Frequent)
Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous)
Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent)
Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent)
Ability to lift from 36