Infection Preventionist

Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital - Full/Time At Houston Methodist, the Infection Preventionist position is responsible for implementing and maintaining the multiple facets of the Infection Control Program. This position is a liaison between all departments and the Infection Control Committee. The Infection Preventionist position maintains a routine surveillance program of patients, personnel, and the environmental problems that present a real or potential threat to the welfare of patients, visitors, or personnel throughout the institution. This position serves as member of the Infection Control Committee and promotes compliance with accreditation, certification and regulatory requirement. FLSA STATUS Exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION • Must possess one of the following: ◦ Bachelor and/or Master's degree in Nursing, Medical Technology, Microbiology, or Public Health ◦ Bachelor's degree in another related field with previous infection control experience and CIC certification EXPERIENCE Two years of experience in an acute care or public health setting Previous experience in infection control or public health preferred LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required CIC - Certified in Infection Control (CBIC) - Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology Inc._PSV within 3 years and If Bachelor degree in Nursing, must have: •RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure. Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) If Bachelor degree in Medical Technology, must have one of the following: •MT - Medical Technologist (ASCP) •MLS(ASCP) - Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP) If Bachelor degree in Microbiology, specialization in clinical microbiology and registry, must have: •M(ASCP) - Technologist in Microbiology (ASCP) KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles Competent in Infection Control Practices including Isolation Precautions, hospital surveillance and construction projects Maintains current knowledge regarding all laws, regulatory and accreditation standards Proficient with computer programs to complete job duties independently Demonstrates the ability to work independently with little or no direct supervision ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Coordinates with others for the investigation, identification, and, as deemed appropriate, follow-up of contacts who are suspected or confirmed to have been exposed to relevant communicable diseases at Houston Methodist. (This activity shall include the notification of and follow through with the Employee Health Nurse