Methodist Health System Jobs

Hours of Work :

8a-5p

Days Of Week :

M-F

Work Shift :

8X5 Day (United States of America)

Job Description :

Your Job:

In this highly visible, fast-paced, and challenging position, you'll collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to provide the very best care for our patients. The Infection Preventionist performs surveillance, education, consultation, data analysis, aggregation and reporting of infection or risk of infection. Identifies and reduces the risk of infection. Supports the mission, vision, values and strategic goals of Methodist Health System.

Job Requirements:

• Registered Nurse with current Texas license in good standing

• Certification as Infection Prevention (CIC) preferred

• Computer literacy required (advanced Excel, Access, basic word processing or similar capabilities).

• Work Experience: 2 years' experience participating in a hospital based infection prevention & control program consisting of surveillance, education of staff, data analysis and aggregation consistent epidemiological practices

• Knowledge and practice of performance improvement processes

• Knowledge of state, national and other regulatory bodies' standards

• Proficiency in database management

• Strong biostatistics knowledge and application of appropriate statistical methods and analysis

Your Job Responsibilities:

• Communicate clearly and openly

• Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment

• Be accountable for your performance

• Always look for ways to improve the patient experience

• Take initiative for your professional growth

• Be engaged and eager to build a winning team

This position is responsible for supporting and coordinating, the infection prevention and control program for Methodist Dallas Medical Center, including departments on the Golden Cross campus and any other offsite departments. Three principal goals include: protecting the patient; protecting the healthcare worker, visitors, and others in the healthcare environment; and accomplishing this in a cost-effective manner (whenever possible). Always evaluating educational needs and training for the hospital and medical staff related to infection prevention and control. All programs will be conducted in accordance with system philosophy, objectives, policy and procedures, Joint Commission standards, regulatory requirements and professional standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Reports critical data and information, including surveillance of healthcare associated infections (HAIs), using a well-designed surveillance program that is based on sound epidemiological principles. Supports a culture of targeting zero healthcare associated infections and works to reduce non-compliance with best practices as part of the patient safety program. (15%)

2. Complies with regulations, guidelines, and accreditation requirements. (10%)

3. Provides external and internal reporting of infection data, including infection rates, reportable conditions, and other infection information as needed. (10%)

4. Coordinates to develop and implements policies and procedures, based on scientifically valid infection prevention and control measures that have a positive impact on the process and prevention of HAIs. Considers both clinical outcomes and financial implications when making recommendations for changes in practice. (10%)

5. Intervenes directly and indirectly to prevent the transmission of infectious diseases. (15%)

6. Provides consultation by providing current information on infection prevention and control. Collaborates with other departments in ensuring that findings, recommendation, and policies are integrated and useful in those departments. (10%)

7. Makes regular rounds and maintains a continuous record of each infection noted. Investigates and reports all epidemics, trends or unusual infections identified to the department manager and others as appropriate. (15%)

8. Identifies opportunities for improvement based on indicators, process and outcome measures, other findings and/or observations. Participates and contributes in the organization’s quality improvement plan. (10%)

9. Enhances professional growth and development and routinely assesses the educational needs of staff and customers. (5%)

Reports to:

Manager of Infection Prevention

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

1. Requires physical and mental stamina.

2. Occasional prolonged walking, standing, squatting, stooping, and pulling.

3. May be exposed to infections, contagious diseases, and blood-borne pathogen diseases.

4. Subject to unpredictable, emergency, or crisis situations.

5. Contact with patients is variable.

Methodist Dallas Medical Center is one of North Texas’ best places to work. And it keeps getting better. The flagship hospital of Methodist Health System, Methodist Dallas is a 595-bed acute care teaching and referral hospital. It is home to the only adult Level I Trauma Center in southern Dallas, the first and only Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center in southern Dallas, and the newly renovated Linda and Mitch Hart Breast Center. Celebrating more than 90 years of service, we strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned:

• Magnet®-designated hospital

• 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review , 2023

• Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023

• Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023

• Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

• Liver, kidney, and pancreas transplantation programs

Methodist Health System is a faith-based organization with a mission to improve and save lives through compassionate, quality healthcare. For nearly a century, Dallas-based Methodist Health System has been a trusted choice for health and wellness. Named one of the fastest-growing health systems in America by Modern Healthcare , Methodist has a network of 12 hospitals (through ownership and affiliation) with nationally recognized medical services, such as a Level I Trauma Center, multi-organ transplantation, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care, neurosurgery, robotic surgical programs, oncology, gastroenterology, and orthopedics, among others. Methodist has more than two dozen clinics located throughout the region, renowned teaching programs, innovative research, and a strong commitment to the community. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned:

• Magnet® designations for Methodist Dallas, Methodist Charlton, Methodist Mansfield, and Methodist Richardson Medical Centers

• 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review , 2023

• Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023

• Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Methodist Health System (MHS) to select, develop, and promote employees based on individual ability and job performance. It has been, and will continue to be, the policy of MHS to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, disability, marital status, genetic information or ancestry. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, an employee’s compensation, benefits, terms and conditions of employment, opportunities for promotion, training, development, transfer all other privileges of employment. MHS is committed to maintain a working environment free of intimidation, workplace discrimination and harassment. Retaliation or attempted retaliatory behavior that occurs as a result of an employee’s exercise of their rights under this policy or any other statutorily protected right is strictly prohibited and will be grounds for disciplinary action.