Infection Prevention Specialist

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Infection prevention and control expertise
Epidemiology principles and methods
Patient care practices knowledge
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 role requires expertise in epidemiology and infection prevention and control-related issues across all service and product lines, maintaining access to current information and providing consultation.

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

  • Infection prevention and control expertise
  • Epidemiology principles and methods
  • Patient care practices knowledge
  • Adult education and program administration skills
  • Regulatory and compliance standards understanding

Nice-to-have

  • Teamwork and diversity championing
  • Collaborative healthcare organization focus
  • Innovative improvement ideas seeking

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
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter