Infection Control Assistant

Infection Control Assistant Infection Prevention Services, LLC Los Angeles, CA Job Details Full-time $40,000 - $52,000 a year 5 days ago Qualifications OSHA (regulatory compliance area) Disease prevention Consulting experience Mid-level Risk mitigation strategy implementation State healthcare regulations Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise Master's degree Clinical staff training Bachelor's degree Legislation Staff training JCAHO Delegation Project stakeholder communication Full Job Description The Infection Control Assistant is responsible for planning, managing, and coordinating the multiple facets of the Infection Prevention and Control Program; participates in special assignments and projects; and performs related work as requested or assigned. We are looking for someone who is:

• A creative problem solver to address both urgent, new challenges as well as long-lasting ones
• Able to work effectively during challenging situations and remain calm and diplomatic
• Supportive of staff and provides appropriate training, guidance, delegation, and coaching
• Able to communicate relevant changes and updates of information related to the scope of work to internal and external partners
• Able to maximize program effectiveness through strategic vision, planning, and partnership A few challenges you might face in this job:
• Work can be time-sensitive and stressful at times
• The demands and needs of the program can change rapidly Responsibilities
• Developing, maintaining, and monitoring standards of patient care and staff compliance that are consistent with current accepted infection prevention and control recommendations
• Planning and developing strategies or methods to minimize the risk of transmission of infection
• Educating employees and physicians on the most recent scientific information appropriate to infection prevention and control principles, practices, and precautions
• Consulting on infection control issues related to patient groups, communities, units, departments, and divisions.
• Interpreting, monitoring, and implementing guidelines and legislative regulations from Title 22, JCAHO, OSHA, CDC, CDPH, etc.

Qualifications Education:

Possession of Bachelor's degree in healthcare related field from an accredited college. Master's degree preferred.

• Travel required

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$40,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year Application Question(s): Desired hourly rate Ability to

Commute:

Los Angeles, CA (Required) Willingness to travel: 75% (Required)

Work Location:

In person