Pediatric Infection Prevention Epidemiologist

10 Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking an Infection Prevention Epidemiologist to lead system‑wide infection prevention initiatives, apply epidemiology principles, and support safe patient care and regulatory compliance across the organization.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, 2 years of clinical experience in pediatric settings, and licensure with CIC or CPH eligibility within two years; strong data analysis and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an applied science or health-related field.
• 2 years of related infection prevention or epidemiology experience.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Surveils health-acquired infections and interprets data for reporting.
• Interacts with nurses, physicians, and staff to ensure prevention practices.
• Prepares charts and reports for committees and regulatory agencies.
• Develops emergency preparedness and disaster planning for outbreaks.
• Provides 24/7 infection prevention coverage and supports quality improvement.

Skills

Infection prevention

Epidemiology

Data analysis

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Excel

Access

Visio

PowerPoint

Job description

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking an Infection Prevention Epidemiologist to lead system‑wide infection prevention initiatives, apply epidemiology principles, and support safe patient care and regulatory compliance across the organization.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, 2 years of clinical experience in pediatric settings, and licensure with CIC or CPH eligibility within two years; strong data analysis and communication skills are essential.