Infection Control Practitioner
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METHODIST HEALTH CARE SYSTEM JOB DESCRIPTION Company: The Methodist Hospital Cost Center Number: 2510 Cost Center Name: Infection Control Job Code: P070 Job Title: Infection Control Practitioner FLSA Status: Exempt Reports To: Director, Infection Control and Environmental Safety Date Initiated: January 2001 Date Revised: January 2005 Date Reviewed: March 2002, January 2005 Approved By: JOB SUMMARY The Infection Control Practitioner is responsible for implementing and maintaining the multiple facets of the Infection Control Program of the Methodist Hospital. He/she is a liaison between all departments and the Infection Prevention and Control Committee. This individual maintains a routine surveillance program of patients, personnel, and the environmental problems that present a real or potential threat to the welfare of patients, visitors, or personnel throughout the institution. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Recognize, evaluate, make recommendations to control or prevent transmission of infection in the healthcare setting. Maintain a practical, effective surveillance system to facilitate identification of potential prevention or control strategies. 2. Provide infection control training and act as an infection control resource. 3. Maintain appropriate documentation for regulatory compliance. 4. Provide 24-hour coverage for infection control as indicated. 1
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METHODIST HEALTH CARE SYSTEM JOB DESCRIPTION
Company: The Methodist Hospital
Cost Center Number: 2510 Cost Center Name: Infection Control
Job Code: P070 Job Title: Infection Control Practitioner
FLSA Status: Exempt Reports To: Director, Infection Control and Environmental Safety
Date Initiated: January 2001 Date Revised: January 2005Date Reviewed: March 2002, January 2005 Approved By:
JOB SUMMARY
The Infection Control Practitioner is responsible for implementing and maintaining the multiple facets of the Infection Control Program of the Methodist Hospital. He/she is a liaison between all departments and the Infection Prevention and Control Committee. This individual maintains a routine surveillance program of patients, personnel, and the environmental problems that present a real or potential threat to the welfare of patients, visitors, or personnel throughout the institution.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Recognize, evaluate, make recommendations to control or prevent transmission of infection in the healthcare setting. Maintain a practical, effective surveillance system to facilitate identification of potential prevention or control strategies.
2. Provide infection control training and act as an infection control resource.
3. Maintain appropriate documentation for regulatory compliance.
4. Provide 24-hour coverage for infection control as indicated.
5. Seek out and identify educational opportunities relevant to infectious disease, hospital epidemiology, or other areas for professional growth.
6. Recognize and investigate clusters of infection exceeding endemic conditions.
7. Participate/promote communication within the infection control team.
8. Demonstrates the components of the I CARE values statement.
9. Follows all safety rules while on the job. Reports accidents promptly and corrects minor safety hazards. Communicates with peers and management regarding any hazards identified in the workplace.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.
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EDUCATION REQUIREMENTSBS in Nursing or BS in Medical Technology, Microbiology, Masters in Public Health or other appropriate
discipline.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSThe Infection Control Practitioner should have a minimum of 5 years experience as a registered nurse, medical technologist, microbiologist or other appropriate discipline in an acute care setting. Previous
experience in infection control, operating room or public health is desirable.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS REQUIREDRegistered Nurse with a current license, Medical Technologist, Microbiologist or other appropriate
discipline.Certification in Infection Control required or certification eligible with exam pending
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIREDSound knowledge of asepsis essential. Continuing education in microbiology, epidemiology and statistics should be acquired if not present at time of employment.Must have ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.Must possess evidence of leadership and a strong aptitude for teaching.Basic computer skills
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Activity Checklist attached.
WORKING ENVIRONMENTNormal office conditions.Standard office equipmentOccasional standing and walking for prolonged periods.Daily data retrieval and entry utilizing a computer.
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Job Title: Infection Control Practitioner
Activity Checklist
Work Environment% of time spent Mobility RequirementsInside 100% Yes NoOutside Walk X
Run X General Yes No Climb
-Stairs X Vision ___ - Ladders ______ _____- General X - Inclines X - Depth Perception X -Objects/equipment X - Color Perception X Crawl X Smelling X Carrying (30 lbs) X Hearing/Listening X Speaking Clearly Occupational- Simple X - Complex X Environmental Conditions- English X _____ Extreme cold X - Foreign Language X extreme heat X Touching Noise X - Hand X Dust X - Finger X Fumes/odors X - Dexterity X Confined spaces X - Sensitivity X High places X (heat, texture, etc.) Elec. Equip. X
Pressurized Equip. X Physical ActivitiesSitting X Standing X Equipment UsedTwisting X Bending X Keyboard X Stooping X Computer X Squatting X Telephone X Kneeling X TV Monitor X
Mech. Equip. X Strength Requirements Mobile Equip. X Heaviest weight lifted 10 lbs. Non Motorized X Heaviest weight pushed/pulled 10 lbs Motorized* X Distance pushed/pulled 3 feet
Tools:Lifting Requirements
Does the job require lifting weight? Hand X Above At Below Long Handle X
Weight Shoulder Shoulder Shoulder Precision/Surgical Int. X 01-10 lbs. X Power X 10-25 lbs Power Precision X 25-50 lbs. over 50 lbs. *includes cars, trucks, forklifts, etc.
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