Infection Prevention Manager

Job Shift: Days
Job Type: Full Time

The Infection Control Manager directs and coordinates the infection control program in the hospital. The designated person will be given the authority to implement and enforce the Surveillance, Prevention and Control Program policies, coordinate all infection prevention, and control within the hospital and facilitate ongoing monitoring of the effectiveness of prevention and/or control activities and interventions.

Manages the department and staff; can hire, fire and discipline; may be responsible for surveillance activities; evaluates the effectiveness of the program; provides education to staff, patients and families and implements all facets of the IP program.

Education

Required: Bachelor's degree in Nursing, lab, or other healthcare related field. Minimum of 5 years of experience in IP other related roles including health care management or quality or patient safety role.

Experience

Required: 4 years of experience in infection prevention with previous experience in health care.

Certifications

Required: AHA BLS. CIC within 2 years in role.