Job Title: Infection Prevention Specialist
Location: Juneau, Alaska
Schedule: 8:00AM – 4:00PM x 5
Term: 13-week assignment with the potential for extension
Pay Rate: $68 – $74/hr
Astrya Global, a San Diego based medical staffing agency, is hiring a Infection Prevention Specialist for a temporary assignment in Juneau, Alaska. These positions are 13-week contracts with the ability to extend.
Responsibilities for a Infection Prevention Specialist:
• Support the development, implementation, maintenance, and updating of the Infection Prevention and Control Plan and Program in alignment with all IPC regulatory agencies and leading practices
• Write, approve, and implement appropriate policies and procedures that support the IPC program and initiatives using CDC, OSHA, FDA, TJC, and APIC guidelines
• Collect, trend, prepare, and maintain all infection control data and statistical reports and records
• Provide appropriate reports to the National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) and other regulatory agencies
• Provide support and resource assistance to all areas regarding infection prevention, control, and surveillance
• Serve as an expert for Infection Prevention and Control, staying abreast of current literature and leading practices
• Facilitate and promote IPC education and training of all staff, patients, families, and communities
• Maintain a strong working relationship with Public Health and other regional, state, and national entities to ensure up-to-date information is distributed
• Conduct new and annual employee IPC orientation and training
• Serve as a role model and liaison for IPC to others
• Maintain positive working relationships with all stakeholders to ensure effective teamwork
• Serve as co-chair for the IPC committee and participate in other committees/teams as needed
• Travel to various sites to assess, educate, and train staff on infection prevention and control
• Conduct evidence-based research to determine appropriate actions by collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data
• Collaborate with the Performance Improvement team and assist with departmental needs as required
• Maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Maintain current Certification in Infection Control (CIC)
• Comply with flu vaccine requirement
Benefits for a Infection Prevention Specialist:
- Weekly pay every Friday
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Pet Insurance
- 401K Retirement Plan (matching)
- Full-service Credentialing and Corporate Travel Team
- Referral Bonus up to $1,500
Astrya Global Medical Staffing offers 10+ years of staffing experience, 100% domestic support, and is certified by both the Joint Commission and National Association of Locum Tenens Organizations. At Astrya, we are dedicated to helping healthcare professionals find the perfect job.
