Infection Prevention Specialist

Infection Prevention Specialist - Full Time

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Infection Prevention Specialist – Wilson Health (Sidney, OH)

• EDC clinic providing free primary care, prescriptions, labs/testing, wellness visits
• Generous paid time off starts accruing day one
• Competitive Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Retirement with match on day one
• Education Reimbursement
• Company provided group life insurance
• Company provided Short Term and Long Term Disability
• On-site fitness facility
• Discounted Child Care

Join Wilson Health and make a meaningful impact in protecting patients, staff, and our community. We are seeking an experienced and passionate Infection Prevention Specialist to lead our comprehensive infection prevention program and promote a culture of safety across our organization.

• Direct and coordinate hospital-wide infection prevention efforts to ensure compliance with state, federal, and regulatory standards.
• Serve as a consultant to staff, providers, and leadership on infection control best practices.
• Develop and deliver education for employees, physicians, and patients on infection prevention topics.
• Conduct surveillance and reporting of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and collaborate with local health departments as required.
• Oversee NHSN reporting, manage the annual flu vaccination program, and support the hospital’s Water Safety and Hand Hygiene programs.
• Participate in construction and renovation projects, ensuring infection control risk assessments are implemented and maintained.

• Registered Nurse (BSN) licensed in Ohio, or Master’s degree in Public Health, Respiratory Therapy, or Microbiology.
• Minimum of one year of related experience in infection prevention, quality, or public health.
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) preferred upon hire, required within one year.
• Strong analytical, communication, and data management skills.

At Wilson Health
, you’ll find a supportive and collaborative environment that values professional growth, innovation, and teamwork. Join a hospital that takes pride in caring for its people as much as its patients.

Seniority level:
Mid-Senior level

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Other

Industry: Hospitals and Health Care