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Orlando Health

Infection Prevention and Control Manager - Day shift - Full Time - Orlando Corp

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An Epidemiologist collects information and investigates diseases, infections or other health problems that appear in a community. Analyzes data gathered from surveys, interviews, observations or samples, and reports findings. May direct studies of public health problems and advise on ways to prevent or treat problems or reduce risks.

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Position Summary Summary Manage the day-to-day operations of the Infection Prevention and Control Program, including staffing functions, surveillance oversight, committee assignments and education development and policy review.
Location:
Orlando on Sligh Street Corp Essential Functions Manage day-to-day operations for the Infection Prevention and Control department. Participates in systematic reviews of Orlando Health policies and procedures. Responsible for creation, submission and management of departmental budget. Facilitates investigation of less than average performance for process and outcome monitors related to infection prevention and control. Ensures and maintains accuracy of data and information. Monitors workload of assigned team and makes adjustments as necessary. Supervises new team member orientation. Develops and oversees the implementation of strategies to reduce infections at hospital facilities assigned. Ensures implementation of the infection prevention program at hospital facilities assigned. Monitors compliance with Infection Prevention and Control practice, and regulatory guidelines at facilities assigned. Act as a resource for Orlando Health managers, physicians, committees and outpatient facilities. Performs surveillance as needed. Manages various personnel functions including hiring, work assignments, coaching plans, and performance counseling. Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures. Other Related Functions Represents the director in his/her absence. Represents Infection Prevention and Control on committees and task forces as assigned. Actively seeks learning opportunities related to Infection Prevention and Control. Qualifications Education Master's degree as a Registered Nurse, Medical Technologist, Public Health, or other healthcare sciences/administration. Licensure/Cert. Certification in Infection Control (CIC) through the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology Inc - renewed every five years. Experience Five (5) years of Infection Prevention and Control experience.
Qualifications:
Education Master s degree as a Registered Nurse, Medical Technologist, Public Health, or other healthcare sciences/administration. Licensure/Cert. Certification in Infection Control (CIC) through the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology Inc - renewed every five years. Experience Five (5) years of Infection Prevention and Control experience.