Infection Preventionist — Lead HAIs Prevention & Safety

Bayfront Health; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

All Inclusive Benefits (start day one)

Student loan repayment

Tuition reimbursement

Free college education programs

Retirement savings

Paid paternity leave

Fertility benefits

Back up elder and childcare

Pet insurance

PTO/Holidays

Job summary

Orlando Health is seeking an Infection Preventionist to lead surveillance, analysis, and reporting of hospital-acquired infections. You will educate staff on prevention, participate in performance improvement activities, and help develop system-wide infection control policies compliant with national guidelines.

The role requires a clinical degree and appropriate licensure, CIC certification within three years, and 1–2 years of healthcare experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a clinical field; licensed clinician by Florida Dept. of Health (renewed bi-annually).
• Bachelor’s degree in health or life sciences, or healthcare administration.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development, implementation and evaluation of the Infection Prevention and Control Program.
• Perform surveillance activities to identify cases and risk factors; investigate clusters/outbreaks.
• Compile information into meaningful data and reports for stakeholders.
• Monitor compliance with infection prevention and regulatory guidelines.
• Identify issues and facilitate resolution with appropriate teams.
• Participate in quality/performance improvement activities to reduce infection risk.
• Collaborate with staff to provide education on infection prevention across the organization.
• Maintain attendance consistent with policy and ensure adherence to all procedures.

Skills

Spreadsheet skills

Graphics

Word processing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in clinical field

Bachelor’s degree in health or life sciences / healthcare administration

Job description

Orlando Health is seeking an Infection Preventionist to lead surveillance, analysis, and reporting of hospital-acquired infections. You will educate staff on prevention, participate in performance improvement activities, and help develop system-wide infection control policies compliant with national guidelines.

The role requires a clinical degree and appropriate licensure, CIC certification within three years, and 1–2 years of healthcare experience.