Infection Prevention / Employee Health Coordinator

Position Overview

Infection Preventionist / Employee Health Coordinator Career Opportunity
Are you a healthcare professional deeply committed to patient safety? Join Encompass Health – the nation's largest inpatient rehabilitation provider – where your expertise in preventing and controlling infections will be pivotal in ensuring that our patients receive the highest standard of care. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the healthcare team to implement, monitor, and enhance infection prevention practices while contributing to an inclusive, award-winning organization.

At Encompass Health, you will be part of a rapidly growing national leader renowned for its compassionate care and exceptional team environment. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our accolades and dedication to growth opportunities for our employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct the managerial functions of our Infection Control Program.
• Assure compliance with CMS, TJC, CDC, OSHA, and other federal and state standards and guidelines.
• Analyze hospital infection data to identify trends, clusters, risk factors, and variances.
• Manage hospital policies consistent with applicable infection control guidelines and standards.
• Perform surveillance, analysis, and reporting of hospital-acquired infections.
• Maintain all appropriate employee health records and develop relevant policies.
• Conduct in-service programs related to employee wellness.
• Manage the new hire employee health process.

Required Qualifications

• CPR certification (ACLS preferred); Basic Life Support (CPR) instructor certification preferred.
• Current license or certification applicable to a health-related field.
• Completed post-secondary education in a health-related field (e.g., medicine, nursing, laboratory technology, public health, or biology).
• Demonstrated knowledge or experience in Workers' Compensation law and OSHA regulations.
• Training in infection control and/or epidemiology.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred.
• Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience in a clinical setting in the field of practice.
• If Registered Nurse, CRRN certification preferred.
• Experience in hospital infection control practice preferred.

Benefits & Perks

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
• Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
• Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do!