Manager Infection Prevention
Dignity Health · Sacramento, CA · 1 wk ago
Management$57.37–$85.33/hrFull-time
About the role
Safeguard patients, staff, and visitors through comprehensive infection prevention and control programs. Oversee surveillance, investigation, and reporting of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs); develop and implement evidence-based policies; educate staff; and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.Responsibilities
- Oversight of daily operations of the infection Prevention Department in regards to facility compliance with Hospital Accreditation Standards, State and CMS regulations.
- Identifying and implementing updates to the Infection Prevention Program when new regulations and/or professional guidelines are published.
- Serving as the content expert in all infection prevention matters in support of clinical staff, performance improvement teams and hospital committees.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in healthcare-related field with 5 years of experience OR
- Associate’s degree in healthcare-related field and 7 years of experience
- Three (3) years of experience as an Infection Preventionist in an acute care facility
- Certified in Infection Control within 24 months
Qualifications
- Expertise in epidemiology, infectious diseases, and regulatory requirements
- Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills
- Proven ability to drive continuous improvement and achieve Certification in Infection Control (CIC)
Skills
- Epidemiology
- Infectious Diseases
- Regulatory Requirements
- Leadership
- Communication
- Analysis
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Roth 401(k)
- Traditional 403(b)