Infection Preventionist I/II/III

Job description

Job Description Summary Entity: Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type: Employee Worker Sub-Type​: Regular Cost Center: CC000467 CHS - Infection Control Pay Rate Type: Salary Pay Grade: Health-29 Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: Job Description: The Infection Preventionist II (IP II) reports to the Manager of Infection Prevention. Under general supervision, the Infection Preventionist II utilizes evidence-based practices/guidelines with the ultimate goal of preventing healthcare-associated infections. This role collects, analyzes and reports surveillance data for healthcare-associated infections and identifies and investigates clusters or outbreaks of infection. This role evaluates patient care and hospital infection prevention practices in MUSC outpatient and inpatient settings to ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines, hospital policies/procedures and evidence-based practices. The IP II reviews policies, protocols, and scientific literature and educates MUSC staff, patients and visitors on infection prevention recommendations. The IP II works collaboratively with other departments to ensure staff, patient and visitor public health safety. The IP II l...