Infection Preventionist - Safeguard Patient Care

Encompass Health Corporation; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) and ESOP/stock plans

FSA/HSA

Job summary

Encompass Health Corporation in Scottsdale, AZ is seeking an Infection Preventionist to lead infection control efforts across our inpatient rehabilitation network. You will spearhead prevention strategies, monitor compliance with regulatory standards, and partner with care teams to uphold patient safety.

The role emphasizes data-driven analysis, policy development, and staff education to prevent infections and improve outcomes in a multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a healthcare field is required.
• Post-secondary health-related education is preferred.
• Active professional licensure (RN/Physician/Medical Technologist/CLS) is required.

Responsibilities

• Direct the managerial functions of our Infection Control Program.
• Assure compliance with CMS, TJC, CDC, OSHA, and other standards.
• Analyze hospital infection data to identify trends, clusters, risk factors and variances.
• Manage hospital policies aligned with infection control guidelines.
• Perform surveillance, analysis, and reporting of hospital-acquired infections.
• Educate staff on infection control protocols.
• Serve as a resources on infection control practices and policies.
• Develop and maintain infection control standards meeting regulatory guidelines.

Skills

Effective communication

Detail-oriented

Analytical abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in healthcare field

Post-secondary education in health-related field

Current professional licensure (e.g., RN, MD, or MLT/CLS)

Job description

Encompass Health Corporation in Scottsdale, AZ is seeking an Infection Preventionist to lead infection control efforts across our inpatient rehabilitation network. You will spearhead prevention strategies, monitor compliance with regulatory standards, and partner with care teams to uphold patient safety.

The role emphasizes data-driven analysis, policy development, and staff education to prevent infections and improve outcomes in a multidisciplinary environment.