Job description
Manager of Infection Prevention needed to support hospital in Ocala, FL. 'The Manager of Infection Prevention is responsible for the facility-wide activities of evaluating and managing infection risks to patients and personnel through extensive surveillance and an effective reporting system. The Manager functions as the hospital-wide clinical expert in the prevention and control of infection and is responsible for the facility-wide planning and implementation of the Infection Prevention Program, in order to minimize the probability of transmission of infection, thus providing a safer hospital for our patients and personnel. Bachelor's degree in nursing, medical technology, clinical laboratory science, Public Health, Microbiology, or Epidemiology required. Knowledge of epidemiology, infectious disease management, microbiology, public health principles, and statistical analysis of clinical data required. 1 to 3 years acute care experience preferred; active participation in facility clinical improvement activities. At least 3 years of experience in infection prevention. Current state professional license or certification/registration as required by field of practice is required. Certification in Infection prevention & Control (CIC) required ..' ' Company DescriptionContinuum Medical Staffing is a boutique national staffing firm with a big purpose. Our mission and passion is to cultivate talent in the healthcare field and connect exceptional talent with meaningful and rewarding employment opportunities. We help our elite candidates achieve their career goals through personal attention and ongoing support by taking a consultative approach delivering innovative solutions that meet your individual needs. Our clients trust us to develop long-term relationships and continually send them highly qualified talent who exceed their expectations. Continuum Medical Staffing employs and places healthcare professionals such as Senior Leader Management, Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Therapists (PT, OT, SLP), Interim Leadership, Heath Information Managers, Medical Coders and more. Continuum has over 30 years of staffing experience and is recognized as an exceptional leader in the industry. Continuum provides travel / contract assignments, temp to hire placements, or direct hire permanent placements throughout our great nation