Job Description

Position Title: Infection PreventionistLocation: Fairbanks, AKEmployment Type: Full-timeShift Information:

• 8-hour day shifts
• On-call requirement as needed
• Holiday requirement as needed

Start Date: ASAP (onboarding process takes approximately 5-8 weeks)Compensation:

• Salary Range: $40.88 - $64.13 per hour, based on years of experience
• Sign-On Bonus: Two-year completion bonus incentive

Benefits:

• 401K
• Medical insurance
• Relocation assistance and temporary housing available

Covid Vaccine Requirement: COVID vaccination or a medical/religious exemption is requiredJob Responsibilities:As an Infection Preventionist, your primary responsibilities will include:

• Conducting focused surveillance for healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) by detecting, recording, and analyzing HAIs on a systematic and current basis. Preparing reports for the Infection Control Committee of the facility or ambulatory setting.
• Reporting communicable diseases as required by regulation.
• Routinely rounding on all areas of clinical practice to evaluate infection prevention opportunities. Making recommendations when problems are identified.
• Interpreting department policies and procedures in conjunction with the Director to ensure compliance and best practices.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in infection prevention or a related field.
• Education: Requires a Masters in Public Health (MPH), Clinical Laboratory Scientist certification with a Bachelor of Science, or a Bachelors degree in Nursing (BSN) with current RN Licensure in the state of practice.
• Certification: Must be eligible to sit for the Certification in Infection Control (CIC) certification at the time of hire and must obtain CIC certification within one year.
• Licensure: Must hold an Alaska state license prior to starting.
• Certification: BLS (Basic Life Support).

Why Join Us?This role offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to infection prevention efforts in a supportive environment. With competitive pay, a completion bonus, and comprehensive benefits, this position is ideal for an experienced Infection Preventionist looking to advance their career.

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