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Hampton Management lists this Infection Preventionist opportunity in deptford township, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Infection Preventionist
Job Title: Infection Preventionist
Job Location: Deptford, NJ
Company Name: Deptford Center
Company Slogan: "Heart. Health. Home."
Organization Name: Centers Health Care
At Deptford Center, we are committed to providing high-quality care and services to our patients, and we're seeking a dedicated and skilled Infection Preventionist to join our team!
Summary
As an Infection Preventionist, you will play a vital role in ensuring the cleanliness and safety of our facilities, as well as educating our staff on infection control practices. You will work closely with our healthcare team to develop and implement infection prevention and control programs, conducting surveillance and monitoring, identifying and addressing infection risks, and training staff on proper procedures.
Responsibilities
Conduct surveillance and monitoring of infections, identifying trends and patterns to develop targeted interventions
Develop and implement infection prevention and control programs, protocols, and procedures
Conduct hazard assessments and identify potential infection risks, developing and implementing mitigation strategies
Educate and train staff on infection control practices, including proper hand hygiene, sterilization, and disinfection techniques
Collaborate with healthcare team to develop and implement infection control policies and procedures
Monitor and track infection rates, evaluating the effectiveness of infection control measures
Develop and maintain infection control records and reports, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Public Health, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Minimum 2 years of experience in Infection Prevention, infectious disease, or related field
Strong knowledge of infection prevention and control principles, guidelines, and regulations
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to educate and train staff
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail
Equal Opportunity Employer –M/F/D/V
Benefits: (n/a)
Job Type: FULL_TIME
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