Infection Preventionist - Infection Control

UT MD Anderson

Houston (TX)

Presencial

USD 78 000 - 117 000

Tempo integral

Há 4 dias

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Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Employer-paid medical coverage from 30

PTO and holidays

Resumo da oferta

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking an Infection Preventionist to lead infection prevention and control activities across inpatient, ambulatory, and Houston Area Locations (HALs). The role acts as a subject matter expert, driving patient safety initiatives and ensuring compliance with regulatory and evidence-based infection prevention standards.

Responsibilities include developing surveillance strategies, analyzing infection data, supporting regulatory readiness, and

Qualificações

Bachelor's Degree in a health-related field is required.
Master's Degree in Public Health, Biostatistics, Nursing or Epidemiology is preferred.
Minimum 3 years patient care experience is required.
RN, MT, NRCM, CLS and CIC certifications are required or preferred as listed.

Responsabilidades

Develop and conduct surveillance programs to identify nosocomial infections, communicable diseases, and infection clusters.
Review patient charts and reports to detect healthcare-associated infections and trends.
Perform patient assessments to evaluate care practices and infectious risk potential.
Recognize unusual infections and infection patterns.
Maintain awareness of environmental conditions affecting immunocompromised patients.
Collect, analyze, trend, and report infection prevention data.
Design, conduct, and analyze infection prevention studies.
Lead infection prevention interventions and control measures.
Report communicable diseases to regulatory agencies as required by law.

Formação académica

Bachelor's Degree Health related field

Master's Degree Public Health, Biostatistics, Nursing or Epidemiology

RN – Registered Nurse

MT – Medical Technologist

Certified Microbiologists-NRCM

CLS – Clinical Laboratory Scientist

CIC – Certified in Infection Control

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Infection Preventionist

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a world-renowned cancer center dedicated to excellence in patient care, research, education, and prevention. The Infection Preventionist plays a critical role in protecting patients, visitors, and employees by leading infection prevention and control activities across inpatient, ambulatory, and Houston Area Locations (HALs). The Infection Preventionist serves as a subject matter expert, helping drive patient safety initiatives and ensuring compliance with regulatory and evidence-based infection prevention standards.

Within the Infection Prevention department, the Infection Preventionist collaborates with clinical and operational leaders to identify, monitor, prevent, and control healthcare-associated infections. The Infection Preventionist develops surveillance strategies, analyzes infection data, supports regulatory readiness, and provides education across UT MD Anderson. This role serves as a key liaison between hospital-based and ambulatory care settings while promoting best practices that improve patient outcomes.

Minimum $37.26/hour - Midpoint $46.63/hour - Maximum $56.01/hour

Why Us?

At UT MD Anderson, the Infection Preventionist directly supports the institution's mission by protecting patients from healthcare-associated infections and advancing patient safety across a highly specialized healthcare environment. This role offers opportunities to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, contribute to performance improvement initiatives, influence organizational outcomes, and participate in professional development through education, research, and evidence-based practice while benefiting from a comprehensive rewards package.

Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

Responsibilities

Surveillance & Infection Monitoring

Develop and conduct surveillance programs to identify nosocomial infections, communicable diseases, and infection clusters
Review patient charts and reports to detect healthcare-associated infections and trends
Perform patient assessments to evaluate care practices and infectious risk potential
Recognize unusual infections and infection patterns exceeding endemic conditions
Maintain awareness of environmental conditions that may impact immunocompromised patients
Collect, analyze, trend, and report infection prevention data
Design, conduct, and analyze special studies related to infection prevention and control
Recommend infection prevention interventions and control measures
Report communicable diseases to appropriate regulatory agencies as required by law

Regulatory Compliance & Patient Safety

Inspect patient care areas to ensure compliance with CDC guidelines and regulatory requirements
Monitor adherence to infection prevention standards across clinical settings
Protect patients from healthcare-associated infections in all UT MD Anderson clinical environments
Support accreditation readiness and regulatory compliance initiatives
Identify infection prevention risks and recommend corrective actions
Promote evidence-based infection prevention practices throughout the organization

Collaboration & Consultation

Serve as a liaison among patient care departments, the Infection Control Officer, Director of Infection Control, Infection Control Committee, and other organizational committees
Collaborate with Employee Health Services on communicable disease exposures and outbreak investigations
Partner with clinicians and administrators to improve patient and system-level outcomes
Facilitate coordination between hospital-based, ambulatory, and Houston Area Locations
Support organization-wide infection prevention and patient safety initiatives

Education & Training

Develop and present orientation and continuing education programs related to infection prevention and control
Deliver educational presentations to audiences ranging from small groups to large auditorium settings
Present research findings through oral presentations and poster sessions at professional conferences
Maintain flexibility to support departmental educational needs across varying schedules
Educate staff on infection prevention policies, procedures, and best practices

Policy Development & Performance Improvement

Ensure development, implementation, and adherence to departmental and institutional policies
Assist with development of infection control policies, procedures, protocols, and hand hygiene practices
Lead and support performance improvement initiatives focused on reducing infections and adverse events
Implement procedures for investigation, identification, and follow-up of communicable disease exposures
Utilize professional experience, training, and education to identify and resolve infection prevention challenges
Develop initiatives that improve outcomes and conserve healthcare resources

EDUCATION

Required: Bachelor's Degree Health related field.
Preferred: Master's Degree Public Health, Biostatistics, Nursing or Epidemiology.

Work Experience

Required: 3 years Patient care experience.
Preferred: Experience in academic medical centers, hospitals, infection prevention departments, and public health organizations; performance improvement experience; ability to independently develop and present educational programs; ability to present research findings at professional conferences

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required: RN – Registered Nurse – State Licensure State of Texas Professional Nursing license (RN). Upon Hire or
Required: MT – Medical Technologist American Society of Clinical Pathologist Board of Certification (BOC). Upon Hire or
Required: Certified Microbiologists-NRCM American Society of Clinical Pathologist Board of Certification (BOC). Upon Hire or
Required: CLS – Clinical Laboratory Scientist American Society of Clinical Pathologist Board of Certification (BOC). Upon Hire or
Required: CIC – Certified in Infection Control Certification Board of Infection Control. Upon Hire

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

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