What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infection Prevention Specialist position at UW Health?
Job Description
Work Schedule:
Full-time, 100% FTE, day shift. Monday – Friday, rotating on-call requirements for weekends and holidays. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.
Be part of something remarkable
Conduct on site infection prevention assessments of healthcare facilities at UW Health.
We are seeking an Infection Prevention Specialist to:
UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
UW Health Administrative Facilities - UW Health has administrative locations throughout Madison and beyond where thousands of employees provide vital support to our clinical areas. These locations are home to departments such as Access Services, Compliance, Human Resources, Information Services, Patient Medical Records, Payroll and many others.
Work Schedule:
Full-time, 100% FTE, day shift. Monday – Friday, rotating on-call requirements for weekends and holidays. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.
Be part of something remarkable
Conduct on site infection prevention assessments of healthcare facilities at UW Health.
We are seeking an Infection Prevention Specialist to:
- Provide follow-up consultation around mitigation of identified infection prevention gaps.
- Review policies and procedures, national standards to ensure compliance with best practices.
- Consult on infection prevention initiatives and projects across the system.
- Collaborate with the infection prevention leadership team to develop, implement and evaluate the infection prevention and control plan.
- Incorporate improvement processes in collaboration with operational leaders to facilitate change in infection prevention throughout the UW Health System.
- An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
- Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
- Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
- Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
- The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.
- Bachelor's Degree in nursing, microbiology, public health other related health field Required
- Master's Degree in nursing, microbiology, public health, or other related health field Preferred
- 1 year of clinical experience relevant to healthcare infection control Required
- 2 years of clinical experience relevant to healthcare infection control Preferred
- EPIC Bugsy experience Preferred
UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
UW Health Administrative Facilities - UW Health has administrative locations throughout Madison and beyond where thousands of employees provide vital support to our clinical areas. These locations are home to departments such as Access Services, Compliance, Human Resources, Information Services, Patient Medical Records, Payroll and many others.