University of Miami
Infection Preventionist - Infection Control - Full Time
University of Miami, Miami, Florida, us, 33222
Infection Preventionist - Infection Control - Full Time
Location: Miami, FLTime Type: Full TimePosted on: 30+ Days AgoJob Requisition ID: R100075094Current Employees:
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tip sheet .The Infection Preventionist functions as a consultant, educator, role model, change agent and researcher at the assigned location/s. The Infection Control Preventionist develops, reviews and revises infection prevention and control policies and procedures in conjunction with departmental leaders to ensure alignment with current standards and guidelines. Ensure employees are educated and trained on these policies and procedures. The incumbent ensures oversight of the facility’s compliance with the University’s policies and procedures, state and federal regulations related to infection prevention and control.Responsibilities
Surveillance and Monitoring:
Participates in development of a surveillance plan based on the population served, services provided, and analysis of surveillance data. Evaluate and modify the surveillance plan as necessary. Collect and compile surveillance data. Report significant findings to key stakeholders.
Design and Deliver Education:
Assess and address infection prevention learning needs. Collaborate in the development and delivery of educational programs related to infection prevention and control.
Regulatory Requirements:
Comply with regulatory and mandatory reporting requirements. Stay current on infection prevention and control regulatory and accreditation standards.
Program Management:
Collaborate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the organizational infection prevention program. Conduct outbreak investigations.
Performance Improvement:
Participate in PI committees and initiatives. Monitor and analyze process and outcome measures to evaluate effectiveness.
Collaboration:
Participate in environment of Care rounds. Collaborate with leadership to present reports to hospital-specific committees.
Leadership:
Serve as a role model and coach to both novice and experienced IPs.
Research:
Disseminate relevant research findings through practice, education, and/or consultation.
Minimum Qualifications:Education:
Post secondary education in a health-related field including but not limited to microbiology, medicine, nursing, public health, epidemiology, laboratory technology, or relevant fields.
Certification in Infection Control:
Certified in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) through the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc. (CBIC). Required to attain CIC certification within 2 years after employment and maintain certification thereafter.
Experience:
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes:
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form, analytical skills, problem solving, collaboration, and program management.
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission, and more.Patient safety is a top priority. During the Influenza season, the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients to have an annual influenza vaccination.The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.Job Status:
Full timeEmployee Type:
StaffPay Grade:
H11
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Location: Miami, FLTime Type: Full TimePosted on: 30+ Days AgoJob Requisition ID: R100075094Current Employees:
If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click
here
to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review this
tip sheet .The Infection Preventionist functions as a consultant, educator, role model, change agent and researcher at the assigned location/s. The Infection Control Preventionist develops, reviews and revises infection prevention and control policies and procedures in conjunction with departmental leaders to ensure alignment with current standards and guidelines. Ensure employees are educated and trained on these policies and procedures. The incumbent ensures oversight of the facility’s compliance with the University’s policies and procedures, state and federal regulations related to infection prevention and control.Responsibilities
Surveillance and Monitoring:
Participates in development of a surveillance plan based on the population served, services provided, and analysis of surveillance data. Evaluate and modify the surveillance plan as necessary. Collect and compile surveillance data. Report significant findings to key stakeholders.
Design and Deliver Education:
Assess and address infection prevention learning needs. Collaborate in the development and delivery of educational programs related to infection prevention and control.
Regulatory Requirements:
Comply with regulatory and mandatory reporting requirements. Stay current on infection prevention and control regulatory and accreditation standards.
Program Management:
Collaborate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the organizational infection prevention program. Conduct outbreak investigations.
Performance Improvement:
Participate in PI committees and initiatives. Monitor and analyze process and outcome measures to evaluate effectiveness.
Collaboration:
Participate in environment of Care rounds. Collaborate with leadership to present reports to hospital-specific committees.
Leadership:
Serve as a role model and coach to both novice and experienced IPs.
Research:
Disseminate relevant research findings through practice, education, and/or consultation.
Minimum Qualifications:Education:
Post secondary education in a health-related field including but not limited to microbiology, medicine, nursing, public health, epidemiology, laboratory technology, or relevant fields.
Certification in Infection Control:
Certified in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) through the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc. (CBIC). Required to attain CIC certification within 2 years after employment and maintain certification thereafter.
Experience:
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes:
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form, analytical skills, problem solving, collaboration, and program management.
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission, and more.Patient safety is a top priority. During the Influenza season, the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients to have an annual influenza vaccination.The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.Job Status:
Full timeEmployee Type:
StaffPay Grade:
H11
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