Infection Prevention Practitioner
Company: OhioHealth
Location: Mansfield
Posted on: February 4, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description We are more than a health system. We are a
belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a
lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide.
We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover
their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and
achieve more – in our careers and in our communities. Job
Description Summary: This position is responsible for the effective
direction, management and operation of the infection prevention
program. Uses relevant evidence based guidelines and
recommendations, epidemiological and implementation science
theories in daily work to prevent infections and control outbreaks.
Requires strong critical thinking skills and ability to work
independently. Excellent communication, collaborative and
leadership skills required to work with interdisciplinary teams.
This role serves as a content expert consultant, influencer and
educator to the healthcare team, patients, family and community.
Ability to quickly make and implement decisions as required to
control outbreaks and prevent the ongoing transmission of
infections. Responsibilities And Duties: 40% Functional Knowledge
1. Requires in-depth knowledge of the following technical domains
for preventing infections: Identification of Infectious Disease
Processes Surveillance and Epidemiologic Investigation
Preventing/Controlling the Transmission of Infectious Agents
Employee/Occupational Health 2. Evaluates effectiveness of
infection prevention program and institutional needs on an ongoing
basis to create and revise program goals and objectives 3. Uses
performance improvement tools to facilitate implementation and
monitoring of evidence based guidelines 4. Partners with teams to
identify areas for improving infection prevention practices and
facilitates infection prevention projects. 5. Uses adult education
principles to provide effective education to a wide variety of
audiences 6. Provides consultation on policies and practices based
on current regulatory/accreditation requirements and evidence based
guidelines 10 % Business Expertise 1. Has knowledge of best
practice initiatives through national and regional organizations.
2. Stays well informed of evolving infectious disease threats and
takes necessary actions 3. Has knowledge of internal and external
influences to program priorities such as changing regulatory,
reporting or reimbursement issues 20% Leadership 1. Leads projects
and teams using facilitative skills and performance improvement
tools to improve processes and prevent infections 2. Mentors and
develops associates on infection prevention and process improvement
methods. 3. Performs on-going self-assessment to create and revise
professional development plan. 10 % Problem Solving 1. Uses
epidemiological models to determine possible sources of infection
and prevention methods 2. Implements control measures based on
possible source and transmission modes during outbreaks 3. Leads
teams to solve complex problems using data interpretation,
stakeholder input, critical review of evidence based research and
team facilitation. 5 % Impact 1. Impacts safety of patients,
associates and visitors 2. Impacts care providers practice to
decrease the risk of infections 15% Interpersonal Skills 1. Uses
team and consensus building to encourage integration of prevention
activities into standard work of every department. 2. Skilled in
persuasion and influence to drive change and create partnerships 3.
Effective written and verbal communication Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree (Required) Additional Job Description: Field of
Study: a health related field from four-year college or university;
or prior Experience in Infection Control Field Knowledge of
principles of epidemiology, infection control, infectious diseases
and microbiology. strong communication skills, knowledge of
regulatory agency requirements (JCAHO, CDC, NIOSH, ODH, etc. ).
Computer knowledge using Microsoft Word, Excel, Windows-Type
programs, Windows 9 5 , PowerPoint, Epinet Access, etc. programs. 2
yrs. clinical Experience in hospital/healthcare setting. Work
Shift: Day Scheduled Weekly Hours : 40 Department Infection Control
Join us! if your passion is to work in a caring environment if you
believe that learning is a life-long process if you strive for
excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry
Equal Employment Opportunity OhioHealth is an equal opportunity
employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all
state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not
discriminate against associates or applicants because of race,
color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin,
veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital
status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law.
Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the
associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring,
training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction
in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term
or condition of employment
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