Schedule: Full time
Shift: Day (United States of America)
Address: 501 REDMOND RD NW
City: ROME
State: Georgia
Postal Code: 30165
Job Description: - Collaborates with internal teams and external partners including public health officials, healthcare coalitions, and vendors to enhance infection prevention outcomes.
- 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. Leverages technology for surveillance and reporting, ensuring data integrity and timely submission to applicable regulatory systems.
- 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.
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.
Work Experience: • 2+ experience in clinical setting, infection control or public health. advanced degree/ internship could be considered in lieu of experience [Required]
Licenses and Certifications: • Infection Control Certification (CIC) [Preferred]
Pay Range:$30.16 - $56.09
