Northeast Valley Health Corporation
Infection Control Preventionist
Northeast Valley Health Corporation, San Fernando, California, United States, 91340
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The Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Preventionist is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining NEVHC’s Infection Control program across the healthcare centers, dental clinics, and non-clinical areas. This role ensures compliance with the Joint Commission, CMS, Cal/OSHA, Title 22, and CDC standards. Key responsibilities include surveillance, data collection and analysis, outbreak investigation, performance improvement, and staff education and training. The IPC Preventionist provides consultation, training, and oversight to prevent transmission of infectious diseases and supports organizational readiness for accreditation, licensing/health plan surveys, and emergency preparedness.
Reports To
Administrative: Chief Medical Officer (CMO) / Director of Nursing Services (DON) Professional/Technical: Chief Operations Officer (COO) Qualifications
Education: Post‑secondary education in a health‑related field (medicine, nursing, laboratory technology, or public health). RN license preferred. Required Certifications:
Associate‑Infection Prevention and Control (a‑IPC) certification. OR Infection Control Certification (CIC) with 40 approved Infection Prevention Units (IPUs) every five years. Current Cardio‑Pulmonary Resuscitation certification, in compliance with the corporate CPR Policy.
Knowledge & Skills:
Knowledge of infection prevention principles, epidemiology, and transmission‑based precautions. Leadership and supervisory skills. Excellent command of business English, spelling, punctuation, and general office practices. Computer skills in Microsoft Office, electronic health record systems, and database systems. Effective verbal and written communication, public speaking experience, and adult learning concepts. Teamwork, flexibility, cultural sensitivity, and ability to set priorities. Problem‑solving, confidentiality, and proficiency with electronic health record database within three months of training. Fluency in English (speaks, reads, writes).
Other Requirements:
Current California driver’s license with acceptable driving record if required to drive on the job. Willingness to submit fingerprints and complete a background check per California Department of Justice.
Essential Duties
Policy and Compliance
Chairs the quarterly Infection Control Committee, preparing agendas, minutes, and follow‑up actions. Drafts new and revised Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) policies citing CDC, APIC, Cal/OSHA, AAMI, and Joint Commission IC standards. Develops and presents the annual IPC plan for Board approval. Ensures compliance with infection control Joint Commission regulations and National Patient Safety Goals. Participates as a member of the construction committee in planning or redesigning health center space for infection prevention. Surveillance and Outbreak Management
Conducts ongoing infection surveillance and investigates suspected outbreaks. Participates in disaster planning activities and exercises, especially pandemic planning. Member of the Environment of Care committee and assists with hazardous materials and waste management review. Conducts quarterly inspections at all sites and summarizes data for administrators and committees. Facilitates hand hygiene compliance initiatives and reports findings to Patient Corporate Quality Improvement Committee. Reviews sterilization and disinfection practices for continuous improvement. Oversees implementation of safety‑engineered devices and infection risk‑reducing equipment. Primary contact for all bloodborne pathogen exposures affecting NEVHC staff. Employee Health and Safety
Monitors annual employee health screenings, including tuberculosis surveillance. Ensures infection control orientation for new employees and trains them on annual updates. Tracks and reports employee illnesses and occupational exposures; maintains OSHA‑required exposure logs. Review communicable disease data for compliance with reporting requirements to Los Angeles County Health Department. Northeast Valley Health Corporation provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Northeast Valley Health Corporation complies with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
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Administrative: Chief Medical Officer (CMO) / Director of Nursing Services (DON) Professional/Technical: Chief Operations Officer (COO) Qualifications
Education: Post‑secondary education in a health‑related field (medicine, nursing, laboratory technology, or public health). RN license preferred. Required Certifications:
Associate‑Infection Prevention and Control (a‑IPC) certification. OR Infection Control Certification (CIC) with 40 approved Infection Prevention Units (IPUs) every five years. Current Cardio‑Pulmonary Resuscitation certification, in compliance with the corporate CPR Policy.
Knowledge & Skills:
Knowledge of infection prevention principles, epidemiology, and transmission‑based precautions. Leadership and supervisory skills. Excellent command of business English, spelling, punctuation, and general office practices. Computer skills in Microsoft Office, electronic health record systems, and database systems. Effective verbal and written communication, public speaking experience, and adult learning concepts. Teamwork, flexibility, cultural sensitivity, and ability to set priorities. Problem‑solving, confidentiality, and proficiency with electronic health record database within three months of training. Fluency in English (speaks, reads, writes).
Other Requirements:
Current California driver’s license with acceptable driving record if required to drive on the job. Willingness to submit fingerprints and complete a background check per California Department of Justice.
Essential Duties
Policy and Compliance
Chairs the quarterly Infection Control Committee, preparing agendas, minutes, and follow‑up actions. Drafts new and revised Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) policies citing CDC, APIC, Cal/OSHA, AAMI, and Joint Commission IC standards. Develops and presents the annual IPC plan for Board approval. Ensures compliance with infection control Joint Commission regulations and National Patient Safety Goals. Participates as a member of the construction committee in planning or redesigning health center space for infection prevention. Surveillance and Outbreak Management
Conducts ongoing infection surveillance and investigates suspected outbreaks. Participates in disaster planning activities and exercises, especially pandemic planning. Member of the Environment of Care committee and assists with hazardous materials and waste management review. Conducts quarterly inspections at all sites and summarizes data for administrators and committees. Facilitates hand hygiene compliance initiatives and reports findings to Patient Corporate Quality Improvement Committee. Reviews sterilization and disinfection practices for continuous improvement. Oversees implementation of safety‑engineered devices and infection risk‑reducing equipment. Primary contact for all bloodborne pathogen exposures affecting NEVHC staff. Employee Health and Safety
Monitors annual employee health screenings, including tuberculosis surveillance. Ensures infection control orientation for new employees and trains them on annual updates. Tracks and reports employee illnesses and occupational exposures; maintains OSHA‑required exposure logs. Review communicable disease data for compliance with reporting requirements to Los Angeles County Health Department. Northeast Valley Health Corporation provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Northeast Valley Health Corporation complies with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
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