Associate Infection Preventionist, Infection Preventionist and Senior Infection Preventionist
This is a combined posting for an Associate Infection Preventionist, Infection Preventionist and Senior Infection Preventionist The requirements of each role are listed below under each associated title. Consideration for each role will be based on qualifications. If you have the qualifications of any one of these three positions, we encourage you to apply.
The Senior Infection Preventionist is considered to have expertise in Infection Prevention. A Senior IP is expected to work autonomously and to serve as a mentor to other infection preventionists.
The Infection Preventionist is a specialized position with a focus on infectious disease surveillance and reporting. This role is expected to work in a predominantly autonomous fashion and should not require mentorship in their role. The role will work closely with other surveillance IP specialists and analysts as part of an overall system surveillance program.
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.
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Senior Infection Preventionist
Required qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Public Health, Lab Sciences, Microbiology, or related health sciences field
- Upon hire: National Certified in Infection Control - Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology.
- 2 years Healthcare experience.
- 2 years Epidemiology or Infection Prevention experience.
Preferred qualifications:
- Master's Degree in Nursing, Public Health, Lab Sciences, Microbiology, or related health sciences field
- 10 or more years in Healthcare experience.
- 10 or more years Epidemiology or Infection Prevention experience.
Infection Preventionist
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Public Health, Lab Sciences, Microbiology or related health science field.
- Within 1 year of hire: Certified in Infection Control - Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology
- 1 year of Healthcare Experience
- 1 years of Epidemiology Experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's Degree in Nursing, Public Health, Lab Sciences, Microbiology or related health science field Or equivalent educ/experience
- 4 years of Healthcare Experience
- 2 years of Epidemiology Experience
- Upon hire Certified in Infection Control - Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology
Associate Infection Preventionist
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree - Nursing, Public Health, Lab Sciences, Microbiology or related health science field.
Preferred Qualifications:
- a-IPC
Salary Range by Location:
Senior Infection Preventionist Min: $48.65, Max: $76.80
Infection Preventionist Min: $42.08, Max: $65.32
Associate Infection Preventionist Min: $37.39, Max: $58.05
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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 providing safe, compassionate care
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About UsSkills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Public Health, Lab Sciences, Microbiology, or related health sciences field
- National Certification in Infection Control (Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology) upon hire (Senior Infection Preventionist)
- Certification in Infection Control (Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology) within 1 year of hire (Infection Preventionist)
- 2 years healthcare experience (Senior Infection Preventionist)
- 2 years epidemiology or infection prevention experience (Senior Infection Preventionist)
- 1 year healthcare experience (Infection Preventionist)
- 1 year epidemiology experience (Infection Preventionist)
- Bachelor's Degree (Associate Infection Preventionist)
- Master's Degree in Nursing, Public Health, Lab Sciences, Microbiology, or related field
- 10+ years healthcare experience (preferred for Senior Infection Preventionist)
- 10+ years epidemiology or infection prevention experience (preferred for Senior Infection Preventionist)
- 4 years healthcare experience (preferred for Infection Preventionist)
- 2 years epidemiology experience (preferred for Infection Preventionist)
- Certification in Infection Control upon hire (preferred alternative for Infection Preventionist)
- a-IPC
Providence Health & Services Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Coverage spans medical, dental, and vision, with robust mental health support including up to 25 free therapy sessions and a well‑being platform. Additional resources like caregiver assistance and plan assistance can bolster access and overall health support depending on location and eligibility.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with employer match and an additional discretionary contribution, plus a student‑debt retirement savings match, provide meaningful long‑term savings support. Planning tools and Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility further strengthen the financial security package.
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Parental & Family Support — Back‑up child and elder care through Bright Horizons and paid parental leave offer practical support for caregiving needs. Relocation assistance and other family‑oriented resources complement the core benefits where available.
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