Infection Control/Risk Management Officer
Infection Control/Risk Management Officer
General Description:
This position is organizationally falls under the Medical Director of the Kickapoo Tribal Health Center and Associated Programs and Services as operated by the Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma. Operational hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. or as needed to better serve the needs of the population. The purpose of this position is to develop control of the spread of infections and/or outbreaks, plan, implement, direct, coordinate and evaluate hygiene, occupational health and safety throughout the Kickapoo Tribal Health Center by developing hand and respiratory hygiene, PPE, injection safety, and environmental cleaning.
Qualifications & Experience:
Education: Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, preferred.
Experience:Previous working knowledge of Oklahoma Safety and Health Administration
Requirements:
•All applicants tentatively selected for employment will be required to submit to an oral drug screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment and random drug testing throughout employment.
•Must have a clean OSBI background clearance.
•Must have valid State or Government issued ID
The Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma is committed to Equal Employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, national origin, age, disability or sexual orientation. However, in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25 U.S. Code 472 and 473) preference in filling vacancies are given to qualified Indian candidates.
Kickapoo Tribal Health Center is an At-Will Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.