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Clallam County Public Hospital District No. 2 (DBA Olympic Medical Center)

Infection Prevention Control Coordinator

Pay: $33.18–$50/hr
Posted: 3 weeks ago
Location: Port Angeles, WA (Onsite)
Last Updated: 5 days ago
Hours: Full-Time
Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

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.

$108,171 / year median in Washington

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Job Description

Infection Prevention Control Coordinator Clallam County Public Hospital District No. 2 (DBA Olympic Medical Center)
  • 3.8 Port Angeles, WA Job Details Full-time $33.18
  • $50.
51 an hour 19 hours ago Qualifications Associate's degree Full Job Description
ABOUT OLYMPIC MEDICAL CENTER
Imagine working on Washington State's beautiful North Olympic Peninsula where recreational opportunities abound. Whether you enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking or cycling, the Olympic Peninsula is home to numerous adventures for outdoor enthusiasts. It's a great place to live, work, play and raise a family. Bordered by the scenic Olympic National Park, the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Pacific Coast
  • with Seattle and Victoria, BC just a ferry ride away
  • you won't find a better location. You'll receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits plus an amazing PNW lifestyle
  • a perfect combination!
FTE:
100%
WORK SHIFT
Variable
PAY RANGE
$33.18
  • $50.
51
UNION:
SHIFT DIFFERENTIALS/PREMIUMS
Weekend & Holiday Shifts:
No On-Call Shifts:
No
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) Coordinator improves patient and staff safety by working to minimize the risk of transmission of infections associated with procedures, equipment and devices as well as analyzing and investigating other patterns in disease conditions relevant to the needs of OMC, and the community it serves. Applies sound epidemiologic principles to proactively identify and mitigate adverse outcomes by analyzing trends and risk factors and collaborating to develop and implement appropriate control strategies. Patient-focused functions include risk assessment and risk reduction strategies (infectious disease transmission, cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization, construction/renovation projects, water management events and air quality events), infection surveillance, staff education, organism surveillance (including emerging pathogens), and notifiable diseases reporting. Collaborates to align IPC with organizational goals.
EDUCATION
Associate's degree in a healthcare related field required; comparable training and experience may be considered. Bachelor's degree in related healthcare field preferred.
EXPERIENCE
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in infection prevention and control or a related field, such as employee/occupational health, public health, population health, or laboratory science, required. Minimum of two (2) years of experience with DNV accreditation standards, preferred.
LICENSURE/CREDENTIALS
Associate Infection Prevention and Control (A-ICP) certification, preferred. Must meet one the following requirements: Basic infection prevention coursework required within 90 days of hire. Associate Infection Prevention and Control (A-ICP) certification. DNV Certified Healthcare Infection Prevention Professional (CHIPP) certification required within one year of hire.
BENEFITS INFORMATION
Click here for information about our benefits. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
Statement:
Olympic Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please visit www.eeoc.gov.