Infection Prevention Specialist

Infection Prevention Specialist

Gifford is seeking a results‑driven individual to join our team in Quality as an Infection Prevention Specialist.

The Infection Prevention Specialist is responsible for the identification, investigation, reporting, prevention, and control of infections throughout the organization. This role promotes a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors by leading infection prevention efforts and ensuring compliance with CDC, APIC, and CMS requirements. Each day the specialist provides staff education on practices that reduce the risk of infection transmission and incorporates ongoing process improvement into infection prevention and quality initiatives.

• Develop and maintain the Infection Prevention and Control Plan.
• Conduct surveillance and record‑keeping for health‑care–associated infections.
• Report required data to state, county, and local health agencies.
• Serve as a clinical resource to staff, collaborating with providers, nursing, and Employee Health to address patient and employee infection risks.
• Support the development and evaluation of care plans related to infection prevention.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or related Science required;
  Master’s degree preferred.
• Current Vermont RN license or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) certification required.
• 3–5 years of clinical experience in an acute‑care setting.
• Previous infection prevention/control experience preferred;
  Certified Infection Control (CIC) preferred, with CIC expected within three years of hire.
• Experience with performance improvement methods and tools, group facilitation, and project management; CPHQ certification desired (or equivalent).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Competitive wages
• Onsite parking
• 403b retirement plan
• Health plans including dental and vision insurance
• Tax‑saving flexible spending accounts
• Health Savings Plan with Radeon employer contribution
• Long and short‑term disability insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Regular performance reviews
• Learning opportunities

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