Infection Preventionist

cooperhealth· Professionals
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📍 Camden, NJ, USOTHER

About this role

About Us

At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs.  Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.

Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.

Short Description

Demonstrates competence in CDC NHSN Hospital acquired infection surveillance and Reporting requirements. Carries out collection, analysis, & reporting of data on infections. Serves as a knowledgeable source of TJC, OSHA and CDC recommendations for infection prevention Will provide routine education and orientation to associates regarding topics associated with infection prevention as requested to support the hospital-based infection prevention management team and to keep training and education Materials current. Provides consultation regarding infection control matters Demonstrates competence in sterilization and high level Disinfection procedures. Inspects inpatient areas as well as outpatient offices/clinics/facilities associated with Cooper for regulatory standards in infection prevention and related employee safety with the Participation in tracer activity as assigned. Reports all findings to the appropriate responsible entity. Works closely with the Director/Hospital Epidemiologist/Infection Prevention Committee to assist with the development of all infection prevention activities. Investigates clusters/outbreaks/increased rates of infections. 

 

     Assists with day to-day supervision of the Infection Prevention department and program.

     Has significant prior experience in both infection prevention/control and a related field       (e.g. nursing, microbiology, epidemiology).

     Demonstrates competence in CDC NHSN Hospital acquired infection surveillance and     Reporting requirements. Carries out collection, analysis, & reporting of data on infections.     Serves as a knowledgeable source of TJC, OSHA and CDC recommendations for infection prevention     Will               provide routine education and orientation to associates regarding topics associated with infection prevention as      requested to support the hospital-based infection prevention management team and to keep training and                 education      Materials current. Provides consultation regarding infection control matters      Demonstrates competence in sterilization and high level     Disinfection procedures.     Inspects inpatient areas as well as outpatient offices/clinics/facilities associated with      Cooper for regulatory standards in infection prevention and related employee safety with the      Participation in tracer activity as assigned. Reports all findings to the appropriate responsible entity.     Works closely with the Director/Hospital Epidemiologist/Infection Prevention Committee      to assist with the development of all infection prevention activities.     Investigates clusters/outbreaks/increased       rates of infections.

     Investigates potential exposures to communicable diseases and communicates to all      with a need to know.

     Reports designated diseases/data to NJDOH or other State agencies as required.

     Applies Cooper core values.

     Other duties as required

Experience Required

2 years in an acute care hospital and One year in Infection Prevention

Education Requirements

BSN (RN) ,  Medical Technologist (ASCP) or Bachelor’s in a healthcare related field. ( Advanced degree preferred, ie MPH, MD, NP, etc.)

License/Certification Requirements

Certified in Infection Prevention & Control (CIC) required  

Salary Min ($)

USD $37.00

Salary Max ($)

USD $61.00

Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is the Infection Preventionist position at cooperhealth located?
This Infection Preventionist role at cooperhealth is based in Camden, NJ, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Infection Preventionist role at cooperhealth full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a Infection Preventionist role in the Professionals department at cooperhealth.
Which team or department does the Infection Preventionist at cooperhealth belong to?
This Infection Preventionist position is part of the Professionals department at cooperhealth. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Infection Preventionist job at cooperhealth posted?
This Infection Preventionist position at cooperhealth was posted on Mar 24, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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