Hand Hygiene Specialist

Job Overview:

RWJ Barnabas Health New Brunswick is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Hand Hygiene Specialist to support the hospital s SMARTLINK hand hygiene compliance program. This critical role ensures that all hand hygiene equipment functions properly and consistently across the facility, directly contributing to infection prevention and patient safety.

The Hand Hygiene Specialist will be responsible for maintaining Purell Sanitizer and Provon Soap Dispensers, monitoring the SMARTLINK system for alerts, troubleshooting offline devices, and ensuring equipment is stocked, clean, and operational. This individual will respond promptly to service requests, perform routine maintenance, and collaborate with clinical staff to support hand hygiene best practices. This is a hands-on, proactive role ideal for someone who is organized, technically inclined, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively within a healthcare environment.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel
• Comfort using iPhone and iPad apps for SMARTLINK system access
• Ability to follow instructions under supervision and also work independently
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Knowledge of hospital hand hygiene policy and adult learning methods is a plus
• Must demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, and a commitment to the organization's values

Preferred:

• Clinical or healthcare experience

Scheduling Requirements:

• Working Shift: Monday-Friday
• Day Shift: 6:00AM-2:30PM (Occasional flexibility required to work evenings or weekends as needed)
• Full-Time, 40 Hours Per Week

Essential Functions:

• Maintain and refill Purell and Provon dispensers throughout the hospital
• Monitor and respond to alerts from the SMARTLINK hand hygiene system
• Replace batteries and repair or replace malfunctioning or broken devices
• Troubleshoot connectivity issues related to offline devices
• Ensure all devices have drip trays, and clean trays regularly
• Respond to Out of Service calls in a timely and professional manner
• Support data collection and documentation related to dispenser performance
• Collaborate with clinical and facilities staff to maintain high hand hygiene standards

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer