Infection Prevention Specialist

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Patient care practices
Microbiology and asepsis
Disinfection and sterilization
The Infection Prevention Specialist provides leadership in the application of the infection control program to patient care, organizational processes and/or systems, improving outcomes at the program or service level

Job Summary

  • The Infection Prevention Specialist provides leadership in the application of the infection control program to patient care, organizational processes and/or systems, improving outcomes at the program or service level.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks including Health, Dental and Vision plans, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave, and education discounts for staff and dependents.
  • The position requires expertise in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access, as well as understanding of regulatory and compliance standards of various organizations/ agencies.

Matching Summary

The Infection Prevention Specialist provides leadership in the application of the infection control program to patient care, organizational processes and/or systems, improving outcomes at the program or service level.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • patient care practices
  • microbiology and asepsis
  • disinfection and sterilization
  • infectious disease knowledge
  • epidemiological principles

Nice-to-have

  • teamwork and diversity champion
  • collaborative healthcare organization
  • improving patient care focus
  • exceptional customer service

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Biology or Medical Technology
  • 5+ years healthcare experience
  • 2+ years infection control experience
  • Certification in Infection Control (CIC) required within 2 years
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the US

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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