Paramus, New Jersey, USA
51 days ago
INFECTION PREVENTION & QUALITY OUTPATIENT SPECIALIST FULL TIME DAY SHIFT 24833

Join Our Team at New Bridge Medical Center!**

We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, New Bridge Medical Center is looking for an Infection Prevention & Quality O/P Specialist.

Job Duties

Supports on-site and off-site ambulatory centers and physician practices to maintain regulatory compliance
Rounding at off-site ambulatory centers and physician practices using checklists
Facilitation of performance improvement projects and data analysis
Work with physicians and staff regarding compliance of standards and data outcomes
Support behavioral health and addictions outpatient departments with performance improvement and regulatory compliance
Project assistance for Director, SVP and other team members in Infection Prevention and Quality Departments.
Assist with continuous survey readiness activities, including education for staff and physicians.

Customer Service: respect, flexibility, knowledge, confidence, professionalism, pleasant attitude, patience and helpfulness. All responses should be timely, professional, caring, and respectful in accordance with Customer Service Performance expectations.
Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards. Assesses gaps in policies and procedures and create necessary policies and procedures to fulfill these gaps. Good record of timeliness and attendance.
Understands and adheres to the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct.
Familiar with the Medical Center’s Mission, Vision, and Values Statements.
Other duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications
Strong verbal, written communication and presentation skills, must be an organized self-starter, as well as a team player.
Ability to work in Microsoft Office package (including Power Point and Excel)
Understanding of TJC, CMS, AORN and APIC standards
Familiar with CDC, IHI and NAHQ recommendations.
Ability to maintain a calm, professional demeanor under pressure.
Comfort in handling challenging situations that may involve adverse outcomes.

Education
Bachelor’s degree required, with healthcare major a plus.
Six Sigma Green Belt Certification a plus
1-3 years of healthcare experience a plus, but willing to educate and train.

Job Setting/Physical Demands
Driving to off-site centers and physician practices is required.
Rounding and educational in-services that require standing and sitting.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plans. We prioritize work-life balance with a generous time off policy that includes ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave and nine paid holidays. Additionally, we are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees, offering robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs to help support our employees ongoing development.

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