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, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave, and education discounts.
The position requires expertise in epidemiology and infection prevention and control-related issues across all service and product lines.
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
epidemiologic principles and methods
surveillance and investigations
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/prevention experience
Certification in Infection Control (CIC) within 2 years