Job Information
Catholic Health Infection Control Specialist in Buffalo, New York
Salary: 60,021.00-90,012.00 USD
Facility: Administrative Regional Training Cntr
Shift: Shift 1
Status: Full Time FTE: 1.000000
Bargaining Unit: ACE Associates
Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: Yes
Work Schedule: Days
Hours:
8am-4pm
Summary:
Understands the multiple facets of the Infection Control Program through a team approach for Catholic Health. Promote the policies of the Infection Control Program by providing a safe environment for patients, visitors and staff through prevention and risk reduction interventions. This position involves professional responsibilities in the areas of case findings, surveillance, reporting, analysis and interpretation, inspection, prevention, education, consultation and recommendations. Will provide, or conduct other duties to support the function of the Infection Control department as assigned by the Infection Control Director, Infection Control Supervisor or Infection Control Coordinator.
Responsibilities:
EDUCATION
Current Registered Nurse, Registered Respiratory Therapist, Registered Dietician, Registered Physical or Occupational Therapist licensed by the State of New York
B.S. in a scientific discipline
EXPERIENCE
Current (within one year) clinical experience required
Minimum of five (5) years clinical experience with one (1) year in a critical care setting preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Requires good verbal and written communication skills
Emergency preparedness training is desirable
Strong critical thinking and problem solving ability required
Experience in planning and presentations in various settings
Strong ability to prioritize and adapt to changes as needed
Computer skills are essential for excel, word, outlook or other data management programs
Ability to perform extensive medical review
Familiarity with EPIC documentation
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Flexible schedule and able to travel to multiple Catholic Health sites
Requires extensive walking
REQNUMBER: 34134