System Ambulatory Infection Preventionist

About the role

Infection Prevention professional supports the health system’s Infection Prevention program by promoting safe, compliant practices across outpatient/clinic settings. This role collaborates closely with Infection Prevention leadership and outpatient clinical teams to assess risk, support preparedness, analyze data, and reinforce system standards related to infection prevention initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Actively suggests and seeks ideas to improve quality, efficiency, and effectiveness
• Able to prepare for group meetings by identifying key issues and expectations and can identify resources most likely to guide project tasks
• Demonstrates competence as an infection preventionist and is an active advocate for patient safety
• Independently develops educational material, delivers training on varied infection control topics and exhibits a diverse skill set (surveillance, outbreak and post exposure contact investigation, analysis, education, communication)
• Demonstrates strategic thinking by understanding health system goals and applying these to planning projects and interventions
• Rotation in the on call schedule will be managed independently
• Will help lead the IP team preparation for Joint Commission and Regulatory readiness as well as assist with infection control policy revisions
• Will orient and mentor new departmental team members
• Will be proficient with utilization of NHSN definitions related to hospital / Outpatient Clinic acquired infections

Experience and education requirements

• 3 years of Clinical Related experience with RN license and Nursing Degree OR
• 3 years Microbiology experience with Medical Technologist Certification and Bachelors Degree in Medical Technology or Public Health OR
• 2 years Infection Control with RN license and Nursing Degree OR
• 2 years Epidemiology experience with a Masters Degree in Epidemiology and at least one year of clinical experience OR
• 3 years RRT experience with RRT license and active NBRC Credential RRT with Associates in Respiratory Care

Certification

• Certification in Infection Control and Epidemiology (CIC) required

Benefits

• Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• 401K Match and additional yearly contribution
• Annual performance appraisals and team award bonus
• Family resources and wellness opportunities
• Community perks and discounts

Schedule: Full time, exempt, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Weekend Work: None. On Call: No.

Location: This position will travel throughout BayCare outpatient locations (Hybrid).