Infection Control Professional
Primary Location Los Angeles, California
Worker Location Onsite
Facility Los Angeles Medical Center
Job Number 1240729 Date posted 03/27/2024
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Description:
Acting as an expert resource/consultant in one or more than one care setting (primary, secondary, tertiary, continuing care), the Infection Prevention Professional/Epidemiologist contributes to the provision of high quality patient care by promoting and implementing infection prevention and control practices and compliance with regulatory agency requirements. Through interdisciplinary and collaborative actions, evaluates occupational health exposures/issues and assists with the determination of proper care and planning related to infection prevention and control; participates in the identification, prevention and control of infections by data collection, surveillance and analysis, development of verbal and written reports, educational programs for personnel and patients as needed.Serves as a liaison with the Department of Health Services and reports communicable diseases as required. Participates in research on infection control issues related at the local and Regional levels. Assists client departments in preparations for accreditation and licensure surveys in both the acute and ambulatory care areas as well as other Regulatory Standard reviews (e.g. Cal-OSHA, CDPH, CMS, etc.).
Job Summary:
Acting as an expert resource/consultant in one or more than one care setting (primary, secondary, tertiary, continuing care), the Infection Prevention Professional/Epidemiologist contributes to the provision of high quality patient care by promoting and implementing infection prevention and control practices and compliance with regulatory agency requirements. Through interdisciplinary and collaborative actions, evaluates occupational health exposures/issues and assists with the determination of proper care and planning related to infection prevention and control; participates in the identification, prevention and control of infections by data collection, surveillance and analysis, development of verbal and written reports, educational programs for personnel and patients as needed.Serves as a liaison with the Department of Health Services and reports communicable diseases as required. Participates in research on infection control issues related at the local and Regional levels. Assists client departments in preparations for accreditation and licensure surveys in both the acute and ambulatory care areas as well as other Regulatory Standard reviews (e.g. Cal-OSHA, CDPH, CMS, etc.).
Essential Responsibilities:
- Assists with planning, development, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and revision of Infection Prevention and Control Program goals, standards, policies and procedures
- Coordinates multi-disciplinary and interdepartmental efforts to improve performance of infection prevention/control programs and services
- Facilitates meeting applicable regulatory requirements through monitoring and reporting infection trends in the acute, ambulatory and other care settings
- Reports communicable diseases and supporting laboratory data to the local, state and national health departments as required
- Participates in the development and review of Infection Prevention and Control Standards of Care, Policy and Procedure for assigned areas
- Together with the Infection Prevention and Control leadership, develops and maintains excellent, collaborative relations with key stakeholders/departments including but not limited to: Employee Health, Nursing, Perioperative, Perinatal, Emergency Services, Urgent Care, ambulatory, Support Services and various physician specialties
- Maintains on-going communications and cooperative relationships with medical center committees and external agencies
- Participates in epidemiological investigations of significant clusters of infection above established standards and of unusual isolates as directed by the Infection Prevention and Control leadership
- Interacts with Occupational/Employee health to institute and maintain control measures pertaining to health care worker and/or member exposures
- Assists with supervision and management of the Infection Prevention and control clerical/ancillary staff
- Provides in-service education for the medical center area, general orientation, annual review, and as needed
- Provides expert review and consultation for facility construction/remodels, and/or new patient care equipment
- Assumes other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
- Minimum one (1) year as an Infection Control Professional OR
- Minimum three (3) years of experience in a laboratory; or acute care hospital, utilizing knowledge of medical and surgical procedures, treatments and patient management
Education
- Bachelors degree in a related field or four (4) years of experience in a directly related field.
- High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
License, Certification, Registration
- N/A
Additional Requirements:
- Demonstrated knowledge of microbiology, laboratory procedures, aseptic technique and epidemiological techniques.
- Demonstrated ability to comprehend and utilize scientific data and statistical techniques/ methods; screen data results for variations and/or errors, function as a liaison, instructor, consultant and coordinator with client departments.
- Demonstrated organizational, problem solving, decision-making and delegation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and present educational programs effectively and communicate in a clear, concise and timely manner.
- Must be able to work in a Labor Management partnership environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Minimum two (2) years of experience as an Infection Control Professional in an acute care hospital.
- Certification in Infection Control within two years.
- Current license to practice nursing or other related healthcare discipline preferred.
- Masters degree in public health, epidemiology, environmental health, microbiology or other public health related field.
Primary Location: California,Los Angeles,Los Angeles Medical Center
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Shift: Day
Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Working Hours Start: 08:00 AM
Working Hours End: 05:00 PM
Job Schedule: Full-time
Job Type: Standard
Worker Location: Onsite
Employee Status: Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation: NUE-SCAL-01|NUE|Non Union Employee
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Department: Sunset Medical Center - Hosp Adm-Infection Prevention - 0801
Pay Range: $121300 - $156860 / year
The ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting. The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted.
Travel: No
On-site: Work location is on-site (KP designated office, medical office building or hospital).
Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy.
At Kaiser Permanente, equity, inclusion and diversity are inextricably linked to our mission, and we aim to make it a part of everything we do. We know that having a diverse and inclusive workforce makes Kaiser Permanente a better place to receive health care, a more supportive partner in our communities we serve, and a more fulfilling place to work. Working at Kaiser Permanente means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging and wellbeing.
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Submit Interest
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Submit Interest
