Associate Medical Director of Infection Prevention & Transplant Infectious Disease Physician

About the role

The Associate Medical Director will provide leadership within the Infection Prevention and Control program while maintaining active clinical practice in Infectious Diseases. This individual will work closely with institutional leadership and infection prevention specialists to advance strategic initiatives focused on patient safety, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide physician leadership in the development, implementation, and oversight of Infection Prevention and Control programs
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to advance system-wide initiatives in patient safety and quality improvement
• Support ongoing efforts that have established UMass Memorial Medical Center as a leader in infection prevention, including maintaining low rates of healthcare-associated infections
• Serve as an attending on inpatient and outpatient Infectious Disease services, with the opportunity to practice in general Infectious Diseases and/or Transplant Infectious Diseases
• Contribute to institutional education and training related to infection prevention practices

Requirements

Board-certified or board-eligible in Infectious Diseases
MD or DO degree and eligibility for Massachusetts medical licensure
Demonstrated experience in Infection Prevention and Control, with the ability to contribute to program development and quality initiatives
Clinical expertise or focused interest in general Infectious Diseases and/or Transplant Infectious Diseases
Interest in clinical research, health equity initiatives, or advancing care for underserved populations

Qualifications

Academic appointment at UMass Chan Medical School (rank based on experience)
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
Employer-funded retirement contributions of 8% of base salary with additional retirement plan options
Tuition reimbursement, student loan forgiveness support, and PSLF‑eligible employment
Concierge services for relocation to include special mortgage promotions
Professional liability insurance coverage of $5 million per claim and $10 million aggregate
Organization-wide commitment to formal Clinician Wellness Program

Skills

Leadership skills
Clinical expertise in Infectious Diseases
Strong collaboration and communication skills

Benefits

Academic appointment at UMass Chan Medical School (rank based on experience)
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
Employer-funded retirement contributions of 8% of base salary with additional retirement plan options
Tuition reimbursement, student loan forgiveness support, and PSLF‑eligible employment
Concierge services for relocation to include special mortgage promotions
Professional liability insurance coverage of $5 million per claim and $10 million aggregate
Organization-wide commitment to formal Clinician Wellness Program

Pay

$188,665 - $276,592

Schedule

Full-time