Infection Control Coordinator I
By Roswell Park Cancer Institute At , Buffalo, 14263

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Infection Preventionist - Infection Control - Full Time/Days - Req# 1896139458
By Antelope Valley Hospital At , Lancaster, 93534, Ca
Assists the Infection Prevention Manager in providing for the Infection Prevention Education of Staff.
Provides input into the linen and waste management programs.
Knowledge of the Antelope Valley Health District Infection Prevention Program and meeting regulatory requirements.
Knowledge of hospital microbiology for interpretation of cultures and their relationship to infection acquired through infection control experience or epidemiology classes.
Strong interpersonal skills including verbal communication for staff education, patient interaction as needed, and medical staff.
With the Infection Prevention Manager participates in the design and development of the Infection Prevention

Are you looking for a rewarding career in Infection Control? Join our team and help us protect our community from the spread of infectious diseases!

Overview of Infection Control Infection control is a medical specialty that focuses on preventing the spread of infectious diseases. Infection control professionals work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, nursing homes, and other healthcare facilities. They are responsible for developing and implementing policies and procedures to reduce the risk of infection and ensure the safety of patients, staff, and visitors. Detailed Job Description of Infection Control Infection control professionals are responsible for developing and implementing policies and procedures to reduce the risk of infection and ensure the safety of patients, staff, and visitors. This includes monitoring and evaluating infection control practices, conducting surveillance of infections, and providing education and training on infection control topics. They also investigate outbreaks of infectious diseases, develop and implement infection control plans, and provide guidance on infection control practices. Infection Control Job Skills Required
• Knowledge of infection control principles and practices
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and guidelines
• Ability to analyze data and draw conclusions
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Infection Control Job Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing, public health, or a related field
• Certification in infection control (e.g., CIC)
• Experience in a healthcare setting
• Knowledge of infection control principles and practices
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and guidelines
Infection Control Job Knowledge
• Knowledge of infection control principles and practices
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and guidelines
• Knowledge of epidemiology and biostatistics
• Knowledge of laboratory techniques
• Knowledge of infection control software
Infection Control Job Experience
• Experience in a healthcare setting
• Experience in infection control
• Experience in epidemiology and biostatistics
• Experience in laboratory techniques
• Experience in infection control software
Infection Control Job Responsibilities
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to reduce the risk of infection
• Monitor and evaluate infection control practices
• Conduct surveillance of infections
• Investigate outbreaks of infectious diseases
• Develop and implement infection control plans
• Provide education and training on infection control topics
• Provide guidance on infection control practices