Infection Control Practitioner

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: Job Title: Infection Control Practitioner Employment Type: Full-Time Shift: Days Location: Holy Cross Silver Spring Position Purpose: The Infection Control Practitioner assists the Program Director in providing services necessary for the cost effect execution of the facility’s Infection Control Program and is responsible for both the Infection Control Program and the Accreditation and Regulatory Program in her absence. As an Infection Control Practitioner you will: Develop, implement, and coordinate the efforts of staff, physicians, students and contract employees in the prevention and control of infections and infectious diseases. Perform routine, focused, and outbreak surveillance activities. Identify care needs of patients/families, develop interventions and utilize equipment necessary to meet the specific needs of the patient population served. Work with all Holy Cross Workers for compliance for JCAHO/OSHA/MOSH requirements. Minimum Qualifications: One of the following: BSN or Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology/Microbiology/or related science 3-5 years of related experience Certification in Infection Control Epidemiology (CIC) must be obtained within 3 years of hire Pay Range: $39.04 - $58.56 per hour Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location. Position Highlights and Benefits: Comprehensive benefit packages, including medical, dental, vision, mental health, paid time off, 403B, education assistance and voluntary benefits (pet insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity and others) available from the first day of employment.  Work/Life balance with flexible schedules.  Free onsite parking.  Our mission and core values are what drive each member of Trinity Health to support each other, communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.   Referral Rewards Program Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system that serves the two most populous counties in Maryland, Montgomery and Prince George’s, with a commitment to being the most trusted provider of health-care services in the area. Founded in 1963 by the Sisters of the Holy Cross, Holy Cross Health is a member of Trinity Health of Livonia, Michigan. Holy Cross Hospital, in Silver Spring, is one of the largest hospitals in Maryland, and Holy Cross Germantown Hospital is the first hospital in the nation built on a community college campus, enhanced by an educational partnership. The Holy Cross Health Network operates primary-care practices and affordable health centers, and offers a wide range of innovative, community-based health and wellness programs. Specialty care, home care and hospice services round out Holy Cross Health’s high-quality and coordinated continuum of care that aims to improve health and let you live life on your own terms. Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to Minority/Females/disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) status. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.

Salary : $39 - $59