Infection Preventionist

Presbyterian Healthcare Services

. Provide a safe environment where risks for infection are identified and minimized .

Posted 3/27/2026full-timeAlbuquerque • New Mexico • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $67,100 - $102,461 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide a safe environment where risks for infection are identified and minimized
Act as a liaison and resource person for Infection Prevention and Control
Manage all Infection Prevention and Control activities by providing environmental and case surveillance, data reporting, data analysis, practice consult, and developing interventions
Conduct surveillance, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of infections including healthcare associated infections (HAIs)
Investigation and response to outbreaks of infection amongst patients and/or healthcare workers
Provide consultation to all PCNM delivery sites on Infection Prevention and Control practices
Develop resources and education related to Infection Prevention and Control
Collaborate with multidisciplinary departments to ensure prevention measures are in place.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelors degree in health-related field
Masters degree preferred
2 years of experience in acute health care required
Previous experience in acute care Infection Prevention and Control and/or quality improvement work preferred
Certificate in Infection Control (CIC) within 3 years from hire preferred
Must have a valid drivers license, clean driving record, and able to travel locally
Must share 24-hour responsibility for availability to respond to infection prevention and control concerns through scheduled on-call activities
Computer software application skills such as Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Visio, and PowerPoint
Knowledge of epidemiological principles and infectious disease
Knowledge of current patient care practice.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, vision
short-term and long-term disability
group term life insurance
optional voluntary benefits
Employee Wellness rewards program

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Hard Skills & Tools

data analysissurveillanceinfection controlcase surveillancedata reportingintervention developmentoutbreak investigationhealthcare associated infections (HAIs)quality improvementepidemiological principles

Soft Skills

collaborationconsultationcommunicationresource managementproblem-solvingleadershiporganizational skillsresponsibilityavailabilityeducation development

Certifications

Certificate in Infection Control (CIC)