Infection Preventionist III - Clifton Springs Hospital, Operations - Professional (Per Diem)

JOB TITLE: Infection Preventionist III - Clifton Springs Hospital, Operations - Professional (Per Diem) STATUS: Per Diem LOCATION: Clifton Springs Hospital - 2 Coulter Road, Clifton Springs, NY 14432 DEPARTMENT: Operations - Professional SCHEDULE: M-F, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM SUMMARY Supports the Infection Prevention Program for the assigned organization; serves as a liaison to all assigned organization departments/services. Develops and assists in the development and implementation of policies and procedures related to infection prevention. Advises on and facilitates appropriate allocation of hospital resources in order to maintain quality patient care. RESPONSIBILITIES Conduct surveillance and analyze data to identify, monitor, and report healthcare-associated and community-acquired infections while ensuring regulatory compliance. Lead infection prevention initiatives by performing risk assessments, investigating infection clusters, and implementing strategies to reduce infections. Develop, review, and update infection prevention policies, procedures, and best practices based on current evidence and regulatory standards. Serve as a subject matter expert by providing consultation, education, and training to clinical teams, committees, and Infection Prevention liaisons. Collaborate with physicians, leadership, and public health agencies to support infection control efforts, regulatory reporting, and continuous quality improvement. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in health-related field (eg. Nursing, Medical Technologist, Public Health) Minimum of three (3) years relevant work experience (eg: nursing, clinical laboratory, public health) Two (2) years or more are required in Infection Prevention REQUIRED LICENSURE Registered Nurse license in New York State. Certification in Infection Control (CIC) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification EDUCATION: LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: S - Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations. PAY RANGE: $90,000.00 - $105,000.00 CITY: Clifton Springs POSTAL CODE: 14432 The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts. Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It’s vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.