Infection Preventionist - Relocation Offered!
Company: MedStar Health
Location: Perry Hall
Posted on: March 1, 2026
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Job Description:
About this Job: General Summary of Position Works as a member of
the Infection Control team in the coordination and implementation
of the Infection Control program. Contributes actively to the
control and prevention through surveillance of infections
throughout the hospital in an effort to maximize patient outcomes
and improve the health of the communities served. Primary Duties
and Responsibilities Assists in establishment of goals for the
Infection Control program in conjunction with the Infection Control
Committee and other related committees. Contributes to the
achievement of established department goals and objectives and
adheres to department policies procedures quality standards and
safety standards. Interacts with to the necessary public health
authorities. Complies with governmental and accreditation
regulations. Participates in meetings and on committees and
represents the department and hospital in community outreach
efforts. Participates in multi-disciplinary quality and service
improvement teams. Performs other duties as assigned. Performs
surveillance activities analyzes data collection and conducts
studies as deemed necessary. Investigates clusters/outbreaks;
designs implements and coordinates strategies to control
clusters/outbreaks in collaboration with the Chairman of the
Infection Control Committee. Plans develops prepares and presents
infection control educational programs (orientation mandated and
informational) for hospital staff as well as the community.
Prepares and submits regular reports of the results of surveillance
to the Infection Control Committee and other related committees.
Provides input to the review and revision of infection control
policies and procedures; researches infection control-related
issues to provide appropriate recommendations for policy and
procedure development as well as for use of new equipment and
supplies. Minimal Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree in
Nursing Medical Technology Microbiology or related field required
Experience Field experience required 1-2 years 2 years infection
control experience preferred Licenses and Certifications CIC -
Certified in Infection Control preferred Knowledge Skills and
Abilities Investigative data collection and analysis skills.
Ability to use computer to collect data and prepare reports. This
position has a hiring range of : USD $71,843.00 - USD $135,907.00
/Yr.
Keywords: MedStar Health, Alexandria , Infection Preventionist - Relocation Offered!, Healthcare , Perry Hall, Virginia
