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Title
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Description
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We are looking for an Infection Prevention Specialist who will play a key role in ensuring patient safety and reducing the risk of healthcare-associated infections. You will work closely with healthcare staff, hygiene teams, and management to develop, implement, and monitor infection control strategies. Your expertise will help create safe environments for both patients and staff.
As an Infection Prevention Specialist, you will be responsible for analyzing infection patterns, educating staff on hygiene practices, and monitoring compliance with current guidelines. You will also participate in outbreak investigations, propose improvement measures, and collaborate with authorities when necessary. The role requires a strong understanding of microbiology, epidemiology, and healthcare systems.
You will work in a dynamic environment where you are expected to stay updated on new research and legislation in the field. Your ability to communicate clearly and pedagogically is crucial, as you will often conduct training sessions and inform various professional groups within the organization. Experience in quality improvement projects and risk analysis is an advantage.
We are looking for someone who is committed, analytical, and genuinely interested in improving healthcare quality. You should have a relevant academic background, preferably as a nurse, physician, or microbiologist, along with further education in infection control or hospital hygiene. The position offers excellent opportunities for professional development and making a real difference in people's lives.
Responsibilities
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- Educate staff on hygiene practices and infection prevention
- Monitor compliance with infection prevention guidelines
- Analyze infection patterns and report findings
- Participate in outbreak investigations
- Collaborate with authorities and other healthcare institutions
- Conduct risk assessments and propose improvements
- Participate in quality improvement projects
- Stay updated on research and legislation
- Contribute to the development of internal policies and procedures
Requirements
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- Further education in infection control or hospital hygiene
- At least 3 years of relevant experience
- Strong knowledge of infection prevention and hygiene practices
- Ability to work independently and in teams
- Excellent communication and training skills
- Experience in quality work and risk analysis
- Analytical and solution-oriented
- Good computer skills and experience with documentation systems
- Fluent in Swedish, both spoken and written
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have with infection control in healthcare settings?
- Have you conducted training in hygiene or infection prevention?
- How do you handle an outbreak of healthcare-associated infection?
- What methods do you use to analyze infection spread?
- How do you stay updated on new guidelines and research?
- Do you have experience collaborating with authorities?
- How do you ensure compliance with hygiene practices?
- Can you give an example of an improvement project you led?
- What IT systems have you worked with in healthcare?
- How do you communicate with different professional groups in the organization?
