Infection Prevention Associate

SUMMARY:

The Infection Prevention Associate (IP-A) supports the RRH Infection Prevention staff in developing and implementing the infection prevention program for the assigned organization and/or business area(s). Duties will be assigned as necessary to help meet the department's goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Environment of care rounds.
• Review of sterilization and disinfection practices.
• New practice site visits and data collection for assigning risk assessment scores.
• Participation in Infection Control Risk Assessments (ICRA) reviews.
• Under direction of Infection Preventionist, provide education and in-services to staff.
• Under direction of Infection Preventionist leader, monitors and evaluates patient care activities to identify methods, techniques, equipment, supplies, new products or specific procedures which may constitute an infection risk.
• Assists with investigations of clusters of infection in collaboration with a lead Infection Preventionist.
• Participates in infection prevention policy development, review, and revision using current standards of practice.
• Participates in development and provision of in-service programs related to Infection Prevention for the organization in collaboration with lead Infection Preventionist.
• Supports educational activities for Infection Prevention liaison committees.
• Participates in assigned organization-based committees as appropriate.
•  Monitors and evaluates patient care activities to identify methods, techniques, equipment, supplies, new products or specific procedures which may constitute an infection risk.

Desired Attributes:

• Strong communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to teach informally and formally in both small and large groups; ability to interact effectively with personnel in a wide range of healthcare positions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology or other health related field required.

Required Licensure/Certification:

• Active RN license if RN.

        

EDUCATION:

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Sedentary - Sedentary roles are primarily office-based and require prolonged sitting (67–100% of the workday) with minimal physical effort and lifting limited to under 10 lbs. Fine motor skills are necessary for computer work, writing, and telephone use, supported by clear visual and auditory ability. Cognitive and emotional demands are high due to extended concentration, frequent interruptions, independent decision-making, and information processing. Although physical exposure is low, administrative areas within healthcare environments may occasionally involve contact with infectious agents. Some roles may require flexible hours, TB screening, or a valid driver’s license.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$75,000.00 - $90,000.00Rochester14626

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.