Senior Infection Preventionist
The Senior Infection Preventionist is an Infection Prevention (IP) Expert and considered to have expertise in Infection Prevention. An IP Expert is expected to work autonomously and to serve as a mentor to other Infection Preventionists. 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, all IP peers, all IP will follow all current local, state and federal guidelines, 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 sciences field
- National Certified in Infection Control - Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology
- 5 years of Healthcare experience
- 5 years of Epidemiology or Infection Prevention experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's Degree in Nursing, Public Health, Lab Sciences, Microbiology, or related health sciences field
- Fellow of the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (FAPIC) within 2 years of hire
- Advanced Leadership Certification in IPC (AL-CIP) within 2 years of hire
- 10 or more years of Healthcare experience
- 10 or more years of Epidemiology or Infection Prevention 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.