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Infection Preventionist / Employee Health Coordinator Career Opportunity
nRecognized for your Skills
nAre you a healthcare professional deeply committed to patient safety? Join Encompass Health, the nation's largest inpatient rehabilitation provider, as an Infection Preventionist / Employee Health Coordinator, where your expertise will help ensure our patients receive the highest standards of care. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead efforts to prevent and control infections, collaborating closely with the healthcare team to implement and monitor infection prevention practices. Beyond a job, this is an opportunity to build a fulfilling career close to home and close to your heart. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of rehabilitation patients and ready to play a key role in maintaining the highest standards of care, join us in this impactful position contributing to the health and safety of individuals within your community.
nA Glimpse into Our World
nAt Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Working with us means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in the growth opportunities we offer and how our team unites for the greater good of our patients. Our achievements include being named one of the "World’s Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing.
nStarting Perks and Benefits
nAt Encompass Health, we are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and caring environment where you can thrive. From day one , you will have access to:
nnAffordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
nGenerous paid time off that accrues over time.
nOpportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
nCompany-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
nFlexible spending and health savings accounts.
nA vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do!
n nBe the Infection Preventionist / Employee Health Coordinator you always wanted to be
nDirect the managerial functions of our Infection Control Program.
nnAssure compliance with CMS, TJC, CDC, OSHA, and other federal and state standards and guidelines.
nAnalyze hospital infection data to identify trends, clusters, risk factors and variances.
nManage hospital policies consistent with applicable infection control guidelines and standards.
nPerform surveillance, analysis, and reporting of hospital-acquired infections.
nMaintains all appropriate employee health records and develops policies.
nConducts in-service programs related to employee wellness.
nManages new hire employee health process.
n nQualifications
nLicense or Certification:
nnCPR certification (ACLS preferred); Basic Life Support (CPR) instructor certification preferred.
nCurrent license or certification applicable to health-related field
n Education and Experience:
nn Completed post-secondary education in a health-related field including but not limited to medicine, nursing, laboratory technology, public health, or biology.
nDemonstrated knowledge or job experience in Workers’ Compensation law and OSHA regulations.
nTraining in infection control and/or epidemiology.
nBachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
nCertification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) preferred.
n1 year experience in a clinical setting in field of practice.
nIf Registered Nurse, CRRN certification preferred.
nExperience in hospital infection control practice preferred.
n n nThe Encompass Health Way
nWe proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing!
nAt Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.
n nWe're eagerly looking forward to meeting you, and we genuinely mean that. Join us on this remarkable journey!
Worksite address
ludlow, MA, 01056, US
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