Director of Infection Prevention

Why You’ll Love Working Here Competitive Compensation – Salary and benefits package designed to reward your expertise, leadership, and contributions. Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options to support you and your family. Future Security – 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching to help you build long-term financial stability. Generous Paid Time Off – Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) to support work-life balance and personal well-being. Career Growth Opportunities – Professional development, leadership training, and advancement opportunities across our organization. Recognition & Reward Programs – We celebrate employee achievements and contributions to our success. Exclusive Employee Discounts & Perks – Access to special savings and benefits designed for our team members.

The Director, Infection Control oversees the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the health system's infection prevention and control program. This role ensures compliance with state, federal, and The Joint Commission standards while advising on and implementing strategies to prevent the spread of infections. The Director collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, educates staff, and serves as a consultant for infection control practices, promoting patient and staff safety across the organization. Essential Functions Develops, implements, and evaluates a comprehensive infection prevention and control program, ensuring compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards. Educates staff, leadership, and medical personnel on infection control policies, procedures, and emerging concerns, promoting adherence to evidence-based practices. Administers system-wide infection control initiatives, including surveillance of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and employee health exposures. Conducts regular audits to monitor and evaluate aseptic techniques, isolation protocols, and overall infection prevention practices. Collaborates with department leaders and medical staff to develop and update area-specific infection control policies and procedures. Analyzes infection data and trends using surveillance software, preparing and presenting reports to leadership and quality committees. Advises on the selection and use of personal protective equipment (PPE), disinfectants, and sterilization practices to optimize infection prevention. Leads process improvement initiatives to reduce infection risks and improve compliance with infection control standards. Participates in the development and implementation of emergency preparedness plans related to infectious disease outbreaks and bioterrorism. Oversees employee education on infection prevention, including new hire orientation, ongoing in-service training, and updates on regulatory changes. Provides leadership and consultation on the management of infection outbreaks, including containment strategies and post-exposure follow-up. Stays current with emerging infectious diseases, best practices, and regulatory changes, integrating new knowledge into the organization’s infection control program. Performs other duties as assigned. Maintains regular and reliable attendance. Complies with all policies and standards. Leadership Responsibilities Supervision and Staff Management Provides leadership, mentorship and professional development opportunities for departmental staff. Schedules employees to ensure effective use of resources. Consults with leadership on any potential staffing issues. Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals and provides feedback to staff on their performance and development. Strategic Planning and Financial Oversight Collaborates with hospital leadership to set the strategic direction for the department, including budgeting, resource allocation and long-term planning. Monitors expenditures, ensuring cost-effective delivery of services. Evaluates and implements new technologies to enhance