Infection Preventionist

Your future role at a glance

Location: Cedar Park, TX

Facility: Cedar Park Medical Center

Department/Specialty: Total Quality Management

Schedule: Full time | Monday - Friday


Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program , counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Program Implementation & Evaluation: Direct a comprehensive infection prevention program by planning and evaluating evidence-based control measures to mitigate risks and enhance patient safety.
• Surveillance & Outbreak Investigation: Lead rigorous surveillance and epidemiological investigations to identify infection sources, implementing rapid containment strategies for known or suspected outbreaks.
• Regulatory Compliance & Reporting: Ensure 100% compliance with local, state, and federal public health regulations by analyzing evolving standards and managing mandatory disease reporting to government authorities.
• Strategic Education & Research: Collaborate on the delivery of specialized clinical education and participate in epidemiological studies to evaluate new care delivery methods and the impact of emerging health products.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Certified Certification specializing in Infection Control credentialed from the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc. (CBIC) preferred.
• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing preferred.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

What additional preferences we're seeking

• NHS and Surveillance experience

Equal employment opportunity employer


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Responsibilities

• Program Implementation & Evaluation: Direct a comprehensive infection prevention program by planning and evaluating evidence-based control measures to mitigate risks and enhance patient safety.
• Surveillance & Outbreak Investigation: Lead rigorous surveillance and epidemiological investigations to identify infection sources, implementing rapid containment strategies for known or suspected outbreaks.
• Regulatory Compliance & Reporting: Ensure 100% compliance with local, state, and federal public health regulations by analyzing evolving standards and managing mandatory disease reporting to government authorities.
• Strategic Education & Research: Collaborate on the delivery of specialized clinical education and participate in epidemiological studies to evaluate new care delivery methods and the impact of emerging health products.

Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Certified Certification specializing in Infection Control credentialed from the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc. (CBIC) preferred.
• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing preferred.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.