Infection Prevention Specialist

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Patient care practices
Microbiology
Asepsis
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: Medical, Dental and Vision plans, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave, and Education discount for staff and dependents.
  • The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on the basis of any category or status protected by law.

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
  • asepsis
  • disinfection/sterilization
  • infectious disease
  • epidemiology principles

Nice-to-have

  • teamwork and diversity
  • collaborative health care organization
  • exceptional customer service

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Biology or Medical Technology
  • 5+ years healthcare experience
  • 2+ years infection control/prevention experience
  • Certification in Infection Control (CIC) within 2 years of hire
  • 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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