Infection Preventionist/FT (Florence, SC)

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Job Description Summary New opportunity for an Infection Preventionist/FT at MUSC/Florence, SC! Entity: Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type: Employee Worker Sub-Type​: Regular Cost Center: CC003627 FLO - Quality (FMC) Pay Rate Type: Salary Pay Grade: Health-28 Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: Job Description: Conducts infection control surveillance throughout the organization. Identifies, investigates and records data concerning healthcare associated infections, epidemiologically significant organisms and state reportable diseases. Initiates control measures as authorized by designated committees. Works independently with computer/internet access, managing multiple priorities in a physical environment that houses the hospital system's Quality Department. Education : Masters in Public Health or RN preferred. Experience : 1-3 years' experience in Infection Prevention and Control Licenses/Certificates : Certification in Infection Control preferred Additional Job Description: MUSC Health Florence Medical Center is a leading regional acute care facility comprised of 396 patient beds and more than 1,500 employees and nearly 300 physicians representing all major...