Infection Preventionist & Epidemiologist — Remote-Eligible

Go Huskies; Seattle, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 126,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Washington Medical Center-Montlake is seeking an Infection Preventionist to lead infection control initiatives, monitor surveillance and advise clinical teams on epidemiology matters. The role supports a magnet-designated center and ensures compliance with evolving standards.

Responsibilities include investigating HAIs, educating staff, rounding with healthcare teams, and coordinating with public health during outbreaks.

Qualifications

• 2 years of infection control epidemiology experience in a clinical setting or equivalent.
• 5 years in nursing, public health, healthcare, or epidemiology."

Responsibilities

• Investigates hospital-acquired infections and exposures.
• Acts as a consultant for infection prevention epidemiology across levels of staff.
• Reviews quality indicators and recommends process improvements.
• Educates staff to promote evidence-based infection prevention practices.
• Collaborates with leadership on regulatory and NHSN reporting.

Skills

Infection control

Epidemiology

Quality Improvement

Certification in Infection Control

Tools

Database management systems

Job description

University of Washington Medical Center-Montlake is seeking an Infection Preventionist to lead infection control initiatives, monitor surveillance and advise clinical teams on epidemiology matters. The role supports a magnet-designated center and ensures compliance with evolving standards.

Responsibilities include investigating HAIs, educating staff, rounding with healthcare teams, and coordinating with public health during outbreaks.