Infection Prevention Specialist

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; benefits...
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, vision plans, holiday, vacation, and sick leave, education discounts, and retirement matching.
  • The role requires expertise in epidemiology and infection prevention and control-related issues across all service and product lines, with a focus on improving patient care and outcomes.

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; Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Leave, Retirement Match, Education Discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • patient care practices
  • microbiology and asepsis
  • disinfection and sterilization
  • epidemiology and statistical methods
  • surveillance and investigations
  • regulatory and compliance standards

Nice-to-have

  • teamwork and diversity
  • collaborative healthcare organization
  • innovative ideas and improvements
  • professional accountability and development

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Biology or Medical Technology
  • 5+ years healthcare experience
  • 2+ years infection control experience
  • Certification in Infection Control (CIC) within 2 years of hire
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter