Infection Preventionist

Employment Type:

Full time

We are seeking a candidate with a strong foundation in both clinical practice and infection prevention. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience not only identifying areas for improvement, but also successfully implementing and sustaining quality improvement initiatives to address those gaps and ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory standards.

Position

Purpose:

Infection preventionists are experts on practical methods of preventing and controlling the spread of infectious diseases. Their work also helps reduce the risk of contagious diseases being carried out into the community. Infection control practices include surveillance, investigation of cases and outbreaks, training of staff members, the development and enforcement of infection control policies, and evaluation of the effectiveness of infection control efforts.

If an outbreak occurs, infection preventionists track down the source and implement strategies to control the problem. They must be alert to any unusual illness that could signal an outbreak, a new type of infection, or even the first casualty of a bioterrorism attack.

• Plan, organize, lead and control activities related to infection control.
• Collect and analyze data, observe staff members' practices, participate in patient rounds, participate on committees, attend meetings, and design and lead interventions to improve infection control.

• A Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare‑related field is required with a Master’s degree preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of healthcare experience.
• Basic statistical analysis skills – good working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Basic knowledge of microorganisms and their relationship to infectious disease and basic concepts of infection control.

• Our Trinity Health Culture: Our staff know, understand, incorporate & demonstrate our Trinity Health Mission, Values, Vision, through their actions, behaviors, practices & decisions. Our unit practice counsels, and open‑door guiding principle gives all our employees a voice.
• Professional Environment of Care: Practice in an environmentally safe, professional & healthy atmosphere. Only local hospital to receive a Leapfrog A for safety.
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefit packages available through Trinity Health, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 403B, and education assistance.
• Professional Development: Strong education program, generous tuition allowance. We encourage participation and support community programs and outreach.
• Work/Life: Scheduling options to balance work/life/school and recreational calendars.

Located in the heart of central New York, St. Joseph’s is one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery and one of America’s 100 Best for Spine Surgery and Coronary Intervention according to Health grades. It is ranked by Consumer Reports among the top 15 heart surgery centers in the country, a designated Stroke Center, a U.S. News “Best Regional Hospital” and “Best Maternity Hospital”.

Work with our nationally recognized, elite team dedicated to patient care and each other.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature & level of work being performed by persons assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties so assigned.

Pay Range: $37.40 - $53.70

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person‑centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.