Infection Preventionist

Core Functions

• Counsels and educates staff on infection prevention and control.
• Conducts focused surveillance for healthcare-associated infections (HAIs).
• Detects and records HAIs systematically and on a current basis.
• Analyzes HAIs and prepares reports for the Infection Control Committee.
• Makes recommendations when problems are identified.
• Interprets department policies and procedures in conjunction with the supervisor.
• Enters data into computer systems, prepares reports, conducts analytical studies, and summarizes surveillance data.
• Initiates epidemiological investigations of significant clusters of infections and single cases of unusual infection.
• Affixes to continuing infection control education and inservice programs for departments.
• Reviews and assists with evaluations of hospital policies, procedures, and guidelines related to infection control.
• Assists in writing and revising infection control policies and procedures.
• Makes recommendations regarding construction, renovation, environmental rounds, and ensures compliance with national and/or professional standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• A current RN license with BSN preferred, or a Master's in Public Health (MPH), or certified medical technologist, or a bachelor's degree in healthcare-related field.
• After 2 years as a full-time FTE or 4 years as a part-time FTE or 4 years as a BSS in the position, attain the Certification of Infection Control (CIC).
• Infection Prevention Team members working in an acute or ambulatory job location must maintain an active Basic Life Skills certification.
• Must have a minimum of two years clinical experience in a hospital setting or disease surveillance experience in a public health setting.
• Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral, and BUMG, BUMCT, or BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.
• An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Association for Practitioners in Infection Control (APIC) training course or equivalent.
• Computer skills, research, and basic statistical knowledge.