Associate Infection Preventionist - Infection Control at Providence Health Care, Inc

Spokane, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Infection Prevention, Epidemiology, Healthcare, Consultative Services, Policy Implementation, Compliance, Microbiology, Public Health, Training, Collaboration, Patient Care, Quality Care, Cost Management, Regulations, Standards

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

The Associate Infection Preventionist is the entry-level position for Infection Prevention. A candidate for this position must have a sufficient healthcare background but requires only basic infection prevention/epidemiology knowledge, as the majority of training will occur on the job. All Infection Preventionists (IPs) are accountable for implementation of and compliance with policies, practices, and processes of the infection prevention program at the facility, region, division and system level. In collaboration with the IP leadership, IP medical director, and IP peers, and IPs will follow all current local, state and federal guidelines, and standards, and regulations. Infection Preventionists provide infection prevention consultative services focused on providing the highest quality care at the lowest cost to patient and organization. Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Health Care Region and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them. Required qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Public Health, Lab Sciences, Microbiology or related health science field. Certified in Infection Control (CIC) within 2 years of hire. Preferred qualification: Master's Degree in Nursing, Public Health, Lab Sciences, Microbiology or related health science field. Associate – Infection Prevention and Control (a-IPC) upon hire. 2 years of Healthcare and/or Epidemiology or Infection Prevention related experience. Why Join Providence? Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

Responsibilities

The Associate Infection Preventionist is responsible for the implementation and compliance with infection prevention policies and practices. They will collaborate with IP leadership and peers to ensure adherence to local, state, and federal guidelines.