Infection Preventionist

About the job

Job Shift: Days

Job Type: Full Time

The Infection Preventionist coordinates the infection control program in the hospital.  The designated person will be given the authority to implement and enforce the Program policies, coordinate all infection prevention and control activities within the hospital, and facilitate ongoing monitoring of the effectiveness of prevention and/or control activities and interventions.  The Infection Preventionist will ensure the IP program is in compliance with professional, state, federal and regulatory standards designed to reduce or eliminate spread of infections outbreaks in the facility and to monitor patient care for compliance within established standards.

Position reports to Manager, Quality

Responsibilities

• Oversees prevention processes
• Oversees Hospital Surveillance
• Maintains Professional Responsibilities
• Adheres to corporate, regulatory mandates
• Professional relationships with other departments is developed and maintained.

Qualifications

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 2 years working in an acute care facility or 2 years working in Infection Preventions in a non-acute care setting

Preferred: 1 year working in Infection Prevention in an acute care setting

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: AHA BLS. Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) within 2 years of hire.

About Us

Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients. At Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match

• Generous paid time off

• Career development and continuing education opportunities

• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts

• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program

• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center (PBGMC), part of the Palm Beach Health Network, the largest health care network in Palm Beach County, is a 199-bed acute care hospital. It has served the Palm Beach County and Treasure Coast communities for over 50 years. The hospital was the first in Palm Beach County to perform open-heart surgery and has remained on the forefront as one of the areas leaders in cardiac care. PBGMC also offers award winning stroke care, neurosurgery, urology, orthopedics, robot assisted and minimally invasive surgical techniques, bloodless medicine and a 24-hour emergency room. Join our team!

Additional Information

• Job Identification: 2603027968
• Job Category: Nursing
• Posting Date: 2026-11-11
• Job Schedule: Full time
• Assignment Category: Full Time