Infection Preventionist ; sitka, AK

Job Title: Infection Preventionist
Location: Sitka, AK
Schedule: Full-Time, Day Shift

Job Summary:
Lead and support infection prevention efforts across SEARHC by monitoring HAIs, conducting education, and ensuring compliance with CDC, OSHA, CMS, Joint Commission, and other regulatory bodies. Collaborate with leadership to implement data-driven, evidence-based policies and training.

Key Duties:

• Oversee infection prevention and control program and policy development

• Collect and report infection data to NHSN and regulatory agencies

• Conduct training and orientation for staff on IPC practices

• Serve as IPC liaison and co-chair the IPC committee

• Travel to SEARHC sites for assessment and education

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s in Nursing, Public Health, Epidemiology, or related field (Master’s preferred)

• 3+ years acute care/infection control experience

• CIC certification (or obtain within 6 months of hire)

• BLS (AHA) required

• CPHQ preferred

Perks:

• Sign-On Bonus

• Relocation Bonus

• Work in a dynamic, supportive healthcare system

Certifications: BLS, CIC, (CPHQ preferred)
EOE.