Infection Prevention Specialist

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
5+ years healthcare experience
2+ years infection control experience
Microsoft excel word powerpoint access
The Infection Prevention Specialist provides leadership in the application of the infection control program to patient care and organizational processes

Job Summary

  • The Infection Prevention Specialist provides leadership in the application of the infection control program to patient care and organizational processes.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits including medical, dental, vision plans, up to 10% matched retirement contribution, and 11 paid holidays.
  • The role requires expertise in applying epidemiological principles to identify target populations, analyze trends, and evaluate prevention strategies.

Matching Summary

The Infection Prevention Specialist provides leadership in the application of the infection control program to patient care and organizational processes.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement match, 11 paid holidays

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years healthcare experience
  • 2+ years infection control experience
  • Microsoft Excel Word PowerPoint Access
  • Epidemiology and risk stratification skills
  • Regulatory standards TJC CMS ADH

Nice-to-have

  • Masters in Public Health or Nursing
  • Collaborative teamwork environment
  • Patient safety improvement focus
  • Interdisciplinary project initiation
  • Current scientific literature review

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Biology or Medical Technology
  • CIC certification required within 2 years of hire
  • Proof of legal authority to work in US

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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