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Infection Control Prevention Specialist

Penn Highlands Healthcare has been awarded on the Forbes list of Best-in-State Employers 2022. This prestigious award is presented by Forbes and Statistica Inc., the world leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider.

Summary:

The Infection Control Prevention (ICP) Specialist is responsible for assisting in the development, implementation and assessment of the hospital-wide infection control program. The ICP will review the Daily Admissions List, perform clinical surveillance rounds, review laboratory tests and chest x-rays, make computer entries into multiple computerized surveillance systems, perform chart reviews to abstract clinical data, assist with education and training related to Infection Control/Epidemiology, attend education programs, and assist with office functions.

Qualifications:

- Current Pennsylvania Registered Nurse License or Temporary Practice Permit preferred, but not required. Bachelor Degree in nursing or other health related field preferred, but not required.

-Five years clinical experience preferred;
Infection control or perioperative nursing experience preferred
-Computer skills;
Infection Control certification required within 3 years of start date in department/position

What We Offer:

• Competitive Compensation
• Shift Differential
• Professional Development
• Supportive and Experienced Peers

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision offered after completion of introductory period
• Paid Time Off
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Company Paid Short & Long Term disability coverage
• Company Paid and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Flex Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health & Wellness Programs