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    Infection Prevention Practitioner - Trenton, United States - Capital Health

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    Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advance technology.

    Capital Health is a five-time Magnet-Recognized health system for nursing excellence and is comprised of 2 hospitals.

    Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 250 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.


    Position Overview:
    Infection Prevention Practitioner


    JOB CODE:
    21212

    SUMMARY (BASIC PURPOSE OF THE JOB)
    Provides infection control surveillance and consultation services. Supports quality initiatives through data collection, analysis and reporting. Assists with The Joint Commission and regulatory compliance.

    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

    Education:
    Bachelor's degree in science or other health related field.

    Experience:
    Two years of infection control experience in a healthcare setting. Experience in an acute care setting preferred. Certification in Infection Control (CIC) or must obtain CIC within 2 years of hire.

    Knowledge and Skills:
    Possesses excellent organizational, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously and ability to respond quickly in a fast paced environment.

    Special Training:
    Microbologist or Certification in Infection Control or commitment to complete within two years.

    Usual
    Work Day:8 Hours


    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
    Reviews and exercises discretion and judgement when investigating trends, clusters, outbreaks and unusual events.
    Identifies and tracks nosocomial infections.
    Reports communicable diseases and outbreaks to appropriate regulatory agencies.
    Provides consultation on epidemiology issues.
    Performs medical record review to determine if variations from quality criteria exist and to determine if further peer review is required
    Participates in data collection and analysis to facilitate effective quality outcomes accurately and effectively. Analyzes statistical reports to identify areas for improvement.
    Develops, implements and maintains policies and procedures per evidences based standards.
    Provides effective survey preparation and coordination.
    Provides consultation, education and training to healthcare personnel.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

    Frequent physical demands include:
    Sitting , Standing , Walking

    Occasional physical demands include:
    Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Carry objects , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching forward , Reaching overhead , Squat/kneel/crawl , Wrist position deviation , Pinching/fine motor activities , Keyboard use/repetitive motion


    Continuous physical demands include:
    Lifting Floor to Waist 15 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 10 lbs.

    Sensory Requirements include:
    Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Minimal Depth Perception, Minimal Hearing

    Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens , Chemical , Airborne Communicable Disease , Extreme Temperatures , Radiation , Uneven Surfaces or Elevations , Extreme Noise Levels , Dust/Particulate Matter

    IND123

    Offers are contingent upon successful completion of our onboarding process and pre-employment physical.

    Capital Health will require all applicants (including contractors, travelers and consultants) to have an annual flu vaccine prior to start date, with the exception of individuals with medical and religious exemptions.

    "Company will never ask candidates for social security numbers or date of birth during application phase. If you are asked for this information online, you may be a target for identity theft."%1942669% %%{{category}}%%

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