AdventHealth University

Infection Control Specialist Pediatrics FT Days Orlando

AdventHealth University$65K — $122K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate degree in health science, healthcare delivery, public health, laboratory science, or related field required
  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • 2+ years of experience in a clinical setting, infection control, or public health required
  • Infection Control Certification (CIC) preferred
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Leverage technology for surveillance and reporting to ensure data integrity
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to enhance infection prevention outcomes
  • Advocate for evidence-based practices and maintain adherence to ethical and regulatory standards
  • Participate in research and quality improvement initiatives, disseminating results through education
  • Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) program
  • Monitor compliance with IPC standards and conduct epidemiologic surveillance
  • Develop and deliver customized IPC education programs to improve staff compliance.

Benefits

  • Access to colleagues in a Children's Hospital environment
  • Opportunities for involvement in interdisciplinary teams
  • Potential for career growth within the organization
  • Engagement in research and quality improvement activities
  • Supportive of continuous education and professional development.
Full Job Description
Schedule:
Full time

Shift:
Day (United States of America)

Address:
601 E ROLLINS ST

City:
ORLANDO

State:
Florida

Postal Code:
32803

Job Description:

ATTACH RESUME TO APPLICATION

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Days

Location: 601 E Rollins St, Orlando, FL 32803 within Children's Hospital

Leverages technology for surveillance and reporting, ensuring data integrity and timely submission to applicable regulatory systems. Collaborates with internal teams and external partners including public health officials, healthcare coalitions, and vendors to enhance infection prevention outcomes. Advocates for evidence-based practices, maintaining adherence to ethical standards and regulatory requirements. Participates in research and quality improvement initiatives, differentiating between QI and research, and disseminating results through education and consultation. Contributes to product evaluation and cost-effectiveness initiatives, supporting organizational goals through informed decision-making and business case development. Other duties as assigned. Leads the implementation and continuous improvement of the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) program, aligning initiatives with organizational quality and safety goals. Monitors compliance with IPC standards and conducts surveillance using epidemiologic principles and statistical tools to detect disease trends, clusters, and outbreaks. Evaluates the effectiveness of infection surveillance systems and modifies plans based on outcome data and benchmarking. Conducts facility rounding, audits, and IPC assessments, identifying gaps in cleaning, disinfection, sterilization, and providing actionable feedback. Develops and delivers IPC education programs customized to the audience's needs, improving staff competency and compliance. Provides subject matter expertise for interdisciplinary teams, driving quality improvement and risk mitigation strategies through data analysis. Performs detailed risk assessments, develops measurable action plans, and contributes to performance improvement activities. Collaborates with internal teams on antimicrobial stewardship programs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Analytical skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Collaboration abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to work with and maintain the confidentiality of data and information
• Self-management, prioritization, and organizational skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to implement evidence-based guidelines
• Conflict management and negotiation skills
• Application of program and project management skills
• Data collection and analysis, report writing, and data presentation skills
• Ability to use and leverage a variety of computer programs, software applications, and information and diagnostic technologies
• Understands role of consultant to provide resources and support

Education:
• Associate [Required]
• Bachelor's [Preferred]

Field of Study:
• health science, healthcare delivery, public health, laboratory science, or related field. Advanced degree/ internship could be considered in lieu of experience.

Work Experience:
• 2+ in clinical setting, infection control or public health. [Required]

Licenses and Certifications:
• Infection Control Certification (CIC) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)
Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/mte9kpcf

Pay Range:

$65,622.66 - $122,055.21

About AdventHealth University

AdventHealth University is a private university in Orlando, Florida. It was founded in 1992 and is affiliated with the Seventh-day Adventist Church. The university offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in various fields including nursing, radiography, and sonography. AdventHealth University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
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