Associate Infection Preventionist

The Associate Infection Preventionist is the entry-level position for Infection Prevention. A candidate for this position must have a sufficient healthcare background but requires only basic infection prevention/epidemiology knowledge, as the majority of training will occur on the job. Infection Preventionists provide infection prevention consultative services focused on providing the highest quality care at the lowest cost to patient and organization. 

All Infection Preventionists (IPs) are accountable for implementation of and compliance with policies, practices, and processes of the infection prevention program at the facility, region, division and system level. In collaboration with the IP leadership, IP medical director, and IP peers, and IPs will follow all current local, state and federal guidelines, and standards, and regulations. 

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Health Care Region and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Public Health, Lab Sciences, Microbiology or related health science field 
• Certified in Infection Control within 2 years of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Nursing, Public Health, Lab Sciences, Microbiology and related health science field
• Associate – Infection Prevention and Control (a-IPC)
• 2 years of Healthcare and/or Epidemiology or Infection Prevention-related experience

Why Join Providence? 

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.