Infection Preventionist, Licensed

Community Medical Centers; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Tuition reimbursement

403(b) with matching

Free parking

Job summary

Community Medical Centers in Fresno/Clovis CA is seeking a Licensed Infection Preventionist to lead surveillance, prevention, and reporting of infectious diseases across the hospital. The role collaborates with the Infection Prevention team to implement policies and education.

Requirements include a CA RN or RPH license, APIC basic course or equivalent within two years, and at least 3 years in infection prevention or related fields; a Master's degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or Pharmacy required; associates acceptable for grandfathered hires.
• Master's degree preferred; APIC infection control course or equivalent within 2 years.
• 3+ years in infection prevention, healthcare education, epidemiology, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead prevention, investigation, monitoring and reporting of infectious diseases in the hospital.
• Conduct surveillance and advise on policies, procedures, and program improvements.
• Provide infection prevention education and epidemiological investigations.
• Serve as infection prevention consultant to the CMC community; coordinate with leadership on control measures.

Skills

Infection prevention

Epidemiology

Healthcare education

Infectious diseases

Employee health

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing or Pharmacy

Master's degree in Nursing, Pharmacy or related field (preferred)

APIC basic course in Infection Control or equivalent (within 2 years)

Job description

Overview

All positions are located in Fresno/Clovis CA

Opportunities for you!

• Comprehensive relocation package and concierge service

• Consecutively recognized as a top employer by Forbes, and in 2025 by Newsweek

• Free Continuing Education and certification including BLS, ACLS and PALS

• Tuition reimbursement, education programs and scholarships

• Vacation time starts building on Day 1, and builds with your seniority

• Free money toward retirement with a 403(b) and matching contributions

• Great food options with on-demand ordering

• Free parking and electric charging

Commitment to diversity and inclusion is a cornerstone of our culture at Community. All are welcome as valued members of our community.

We know that our ability to provide the highest level of care is through taking care of our incredible teams. Learn more on our Benefits page.

Responsibilities

The Licensed Infection Preventionist is responsible for the prevention, investigation, monitoring and reporting of the spread of diseases in hospitals. Conducts, monitors and evaluates the Community Medical Centers (CMC) Infection Prevention surveillance program to reduce the risk of transmission of infectious diseases to patients, visitors, volunteers, physicians and employees. Works closely with the Director, Infection Prevention team and the rest of the CMC community to implement Infection Prevention policies, procedures and programs. Provides Infection Prevention education, conducts epidemiological investigations and recommends improvements. Serves as an Infection Prevention consultant to the CMC community. In conjunction with the Chairman of Infection Control Committee and in consultation with CMC Leadership, may institute any appropriate control measures, isolation procedures, or studies when there is an immediate infection risk to patients or personnel.

Qualifications

Education Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or Pharmacy required o Incumbents hired on or before 5/10/2018 will be grandfathered into role with an Associate’s Degree or higher o Completion of basic course in Infection Control recognized by the Association for Professionals in Infection Control (APIC) or obtain within two years of hire required o Master's Degree in Nursing, Pharmacy or field of specialty preferred

Experience 3 years in related experience required o Experience in Infection Prevention, Healthcare Education, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Employee Health or Public Health preferred

Licenses and Certifications One of the following is required o RN - Current State of California Registered Nurse licenseo RPH - Registered Pharmacist with valid State of California Pharmacist Licenseo CBIC-CIC - Certified Infection Control required within 3 years of hire or transfer into positiono Incumbents in role before 5/11/2018 have three (3) years to obtain the CIC certification

Disclaimers

• Pay ranges listed are an estimate and subject to change.
• If any bonuses are noted, they are only applicable to external hires meeting criteria.