Infection Preventionist (White Memorial)

Job Description Located in the metropolitan area of Sacramento, the Adventist Health corporate headquarters have been based in Roseville, California, for more than 40 years. In 2019, we unveiled our WELL‑certified campus – a rejuvenating place for associates systemwide to collaborate, innovate and connect. Adventist Health Roseville and shared service teams have access to a welcoming space designed to promote well‑being and inspire your best work. Job Summary Assists in the implementation of the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Program to ensure a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors, under the director of Infection Prevention leadership. Serves as a liaison and resource for management of IPC activities and facilitates systems to collaborate with clinical and non‑clinical departments to reduce healthcare‑associated infections (HAI). Job Requirements Education and Work Experience Associate's degree in Nursing, Public Health or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience: Required One year experience in healthcare, public health, or related field: Required Two years’ experience in infection prevention and control: Required Bachelor's degree in health‑related field: Preferred Licenses/Certifications Certified Infection Control (CIC): Required within two years of hire Essential Functions Assists the Infection Prevention Manager in implementing and monitoring the infection prevention program throughout the organization, collaborating with IP leadership to align IPC program goals with organizational goals and serving as an infection prevention resource for clinical and non‑clinical staff. Supports the manager in implementation of IP plans to ensure successful integration of the infection prevention program facility‑wide, utilizing HAI surveillance data to analyze gaps, identify improvement opportunities, and assist IP leadership in driving change focused on reducing HAIs. Develops and maintains HAI line lists to assist in root cause analysis and corrective‑action follow‑up. Assists IP leadership in preparing reports for the Infection Prevention Committee and other committees, as needed. Reports communicable diseases to local and state public health per Department of Health reporting requirements. Conducts ongoing surveillance of infections and trends to facilitate cluster and outbreak investigation; assists in outbreak investigation and response. Participates in quality improvement initiatives as directed by IP leadership. Assists IP leadership in assessing compliance with Infection Control Accreditation Standards, CMS Infection Control Conditions of Participation, and other state and federal regulations pertaining to infection prevention and control. Collaborates with other departments to promote infection prevention and improved outcomes. Performs other job‑related duties as assigned. Organizational Requirements Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply. Adventist Health participates in E‑Verify. Visit for more information about E‑Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E‑Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein. #J-18808-Ljbffr Adventist Health