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Job description
Hybrid (telework 2 days or less per week)
nSeattle, WA
nFull time
nREQ-
nJob Description
nUniversity of Washington Medical Center-Montlake has an outstanding opportunity for an Infection Preventionist.
nWORK SCHEDULE
nnnFull time / 40 hours per week
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nnPrimarily Monday-Friday, day shift
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nnUp to 3 days per week of telework will be allowed, once fully trained
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n nPOSITION HIGHLIGHTS
nnnPlay a key role shaping clinical practice at a magnet-designated medical center
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nnOversees Infection Prevention program plans, such as, Catheter-Acquired Urinary Tract Infection, Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infection, Environment of Care, and Highly Pathogenic Disease Programs at our medical center
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n nPRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
nnnInvestigates hospital acquired infections and exposures
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nnServes as a consultant and advisor to personnel at all levels for infection prevention epidemiology
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nnConsults and advises on patient care issues, equipment evaluation, construction activities and management, disposal of infectious waste, and other infection prevention activities
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nnReviews quality and safety indicators to identify trends and make recommendations for process improvement implementations
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nnMakes regular rounds to interact with healthcare teams
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nnEducates and coaches staff to promote approved practices, with a goal of reducing the transmission of healthcare acquired infections
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nnDevelops and maintains relationships with patient care staff and managers, faculty, and administrative staff
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nnGuides analyses and presentation of healthcare-associated infection surveillance results
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nnCollaborates with hospital leaders, faculty and staff to identify ongoing care concerns and quality of care issues
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nnMonitors compliance with state, local and federal requirements and participates in regulatory and accreditation activities related to infection control.
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nnInvestigates and reports HAI through National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) as required by CMS and state law
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nnActs as a liaison with public health for infection control and exposure issues and assist in epidemiologic investigations of suspected outbreaks
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nnIn conjunction with other members of the Infection Prevention and Epidemiology, provides 24-hour coverage for the University of Washington Medical Center
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n nREQUIREMENTS
nnn5 years experience in nursing, public health, healthcare or epidemiology
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nn2 years of recent/current experience in infection control and epidemiology; inpatient clinical care experience preferred
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nnFamiliarity with QI methods, database management systems and tools
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nnCurrent Certification in Infection Control and Epidemiology or obtain within 3 years of hire if not currently certified
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nnEquivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.
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n nABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE
nUW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.
nThe UW Medical Center-Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit's light rail station across the street.
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nABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
nUW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow's physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
nAll across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
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nCompensation, Benefits and Position Details
nPay Range Minimum:
n$126,144.00 annual
nPay Range Maximum:
n$156,000.00 annual
nOther Compensation:
nnn nBenefits:
nFor information about benefits for this position, visit
nShift:
nFirst Shift (United States of America)
nTemporary or Regular?
nThis is a regular position
nFTE (Full-Time Equivalent):
n100.00%
nUnion/Bargaining Unit:
nNot Applicable
nAbout the UW
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nOur Commitment
nThe University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 ( .
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seattle, WA, 98127, US
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