Infection Preventionist

The salary range for this position is $38.80 - $56.27 (Hourly Rate)

Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section located .org/benefits to learn more.

Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service.

Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.

Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being.

Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups.

From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.

• $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
• $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
• $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
• $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time)
• Matching 401(k)
• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
• Paid time off and Holiday pay

The Infection Preventionist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Performs clinical, educational and research responsibilities within the Infection Prevention Department, working in collaboration with and reporting to the Manager and the Medical Directors of Healthcare Epidemiology and Infection Prevention (HEIP) to reduce the risk of healthcare associated infection and to ensure the safety and health of all patients, visitors and personnel.

• Acts as a resource for problem solving issues related to infection prevention.
• Completes 24/7 on call assignments as scheduled.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory and accreditation agencies, including the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS), Illinois, Chicago and Cook County Departments of Public Health, and The Joint Commission, as well as recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
• Performs surveillance rounds on designated units and high risk areas.
• Collects and analyzes infection information for both patients and healthcare personnel.
• Serves as a leader/mentor and subject matter expert to staff in the areas related to infection prevention.
• Performs investigations on significant clusters of infections, infectious outbreaks, or s significant incidents.
• Collaborates with managers and staff to implement and monitor corrective action plans related to infection prevention.
• Prepares reports from data gathered and analyzed using a variety of software packages.
• Presents the…