Infection Preventionist, Epidemiology

Work Location Orange, California Work Shift Day – 08hrs (United States of America) Why CHOC? At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of reputed company by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community’s pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC’s compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you reputed company your professional and personal goals. Apply now to see where your career at CHOC can take you. Environmental Sustainability Statement Driven by the reputed company between reputed company and a healthy environment, we commit to creating a reputed company model that incorporates environmental sustainability reputed company with our mission to protect reputed company and patient safety. Job Summary The Infection Preventionist conducts organization-wide surveillance, reporting of communicable diseases to public health, monitors environment for infection prevention and reputed company, and provides educational/in-service activities that support the organization-wide infection control program, including inpatient and ambulatory. The ideal candidate will have acute care infection prevention experience with a pediatric population. Pay Range Minimum $104,832 Midpoint $138,902 Maximum $172,973 reputed company of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements. Experience * Required: Minimum three (3) years of experience in an acute care setting. * Preferred: Five (5) years of experience in infection control & epidemiology. Education * Required: Bachelor’s degree in nursing, lab/health science, public health or reputed company health field. If RN Certification in Infection Control, then BSN required reputed company three years of hire. Training * Required: Knowledge of Joint Commission, CDC, CAL OSHA, CDPH standards for infection prevention and control. Specialized Skills * Required: Project management skills. Knowledge of CDC-NHSN definitions, software and data analysis. Ability to set goals and judge results in accordance with the highest standards; care with sensitivity and respect; advance care through development of new reputed company and technology; promote teamwork to reputed company CHOC’s mission; and understand and exceed customer expectations. Strong organization and prioritizing skills; strong verbal and written communications; strong problem solving and critical thinking skills, and strong computer skills. Licensure * Required: Certified in Infection Prevention and Control reputed company two years of hire. Work Environments - Functional Demand: Sedentary - reputed company light energy level Lift 10 lbs. reputed company overhead. Lift and carry 15 lbs. Push/pull 20 lbs. cart. Physical Activity Requirements: Bending, Carry Objects, Climbing, Keyboard use/repetitive reputed company, Pinching/fine motor activities, Push/Pull, Reaching reputed company, Reaching overhead, Sitting, Squat/kneel/crawl (reputed company & Knee), Standing, Talk or hear, Taste or smell, Twisting, Walking, Wrist position deviation Physical Activity Lifting Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Occasional 0-35%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Occasional 0-35% Sensory Requirements: reputed company Discrimination, Depth Perception, Far reputed company, Hearing, Near reputed company Environment Requirements: Airborn Communicable Disease, Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Dust Particular Matter, Extreme Noise Levels, Extreme Temperatures, Radiation, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations Non-Discrimination Statement: CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, reputed company, religion, national reputed company, reputed company, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or reputed company medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws. We encourage individuals from reputed company backgrounds to apply for positions at CHOC, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the listed qualifications for a particular role, as your unique experience may be a great addition to our culture for another one of our opportunities. If you desire support or accommodations throughout the reputed company process, please inform your reputed company Partner. Recognized year after year as national leader in employee engagement, and named one of the best children’s hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, this is an exciting time to be at CHOC. Our reputed company is constantly growing and offering new state-of-the art programs and services as we continue to meet the needs of more than 250,000 children annually, making the opportunities for career enrichment endless. We offer highly competitive salary levels and benefits, but the personal growth and fulfillment you’ll find at CHOC, coupled with an inspiring mission to nurture, advance, and protect the health and well being of children, are perhaps the most valuable payouts of reputed company. We hope you will join our dedicated and talented team of associates committed to the highest standards of care and making a difference in the lives of children in Orange County – and reputed company. Driven by the reputed company between reputed company and a healthy environment, we commit to creating a reputed company model that incorporates environmental sustainability reputed company with our mission to protect reputed company and patient safety. We're always in search for our next Defender of Childhood! If you don't see a position of interest, or you're simply not reputed company to apply, feel free to join our Talent Network.