Infection Preventionist, Licensed

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

* All positions are located in Fresno/Clovis CA *

 

Opportunities for you!  

• Comprehensive relocation package and concierge service 

• Consecutively recognized as a top employer by Forbes, and in 2025 by Newsweek 

• Free Continuing Education and certification including BLS, ACLS and PALS 

• Tuition reimbursement, education programs and scholarships 

• Vacation time starts building on Day 1, and builds with your seniority 

• Free money toward retirement with a 403(b) and matching contributions 

• Great food options with on-demand ordering 

• Free parking and electric charging 

Commitment to diversity and inclusion is a cornerstone of our culture at Community. All are welcome as valued members of our community. 

We know that our ability to provide the highest level of care is through taking care of our incredible teams. Learn more on our Benefits page. 

Responsibilities

The Licensed Infection Preventionist is responsible for the prevention, investigation, monitoring and reporting of the spread of diseases in hospitals. Conducts, monitors and evaluates the Community Medical Centers (CMC) Infection Prevention surveillance program to reduce the risk of transmission of infectious diseases to patients, visitors, volunteers, physicians and employees. Works closely with the Director, Infection Prevention team and the rest of the CMC community to implement Infection Prevention policies, procedures and programs. Provides Infection Prevention education, conducts epidemiological investigations and recommends improvements. Serves as an Infection Prevention consultant to the CMC community. In conjunction with the Chairman of Infection Control Committee and in consultation with CMC Leadership, may institute any appropriate control measures, isolation procedures, or studies when there is an immediate infection risk to patients or personnel.

Qualifications

Education
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or Pharmacy required
o Incumbents hired on or before 5/10/2018 will be grandfathered into role with an Associate’s Degree or higher
o Completion of basic course in Infection Control recognized by the Association for Professionals in Infection Control (APIC) or obtain within two years of hire required
o Master's Degree in Nursing, Pharmacy or field of specialty preferred

 

 

Experience
• 3 years in related experience required
• Experience in Infection Prevention, Healthcare Education, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Employee Health or Public Health preferred

 

 

Licenses and Certifications
• One of the following is required
o RN - Current State of California Registered Nurse license
o RPH - Registered Pharmacist with valid State of California Pharmacist License
o CBIC-CIC - Certified Infection Control required within 3 years of hire or transfer into position
o Incumbents in role before 5/11/2018 have three (3) years to obtain the CIC certification