Infection Prevention Specialist

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Infection control program
Patient care practices
Epidemiology principles
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, sick leave, and education discounts.
  • The role requires expertise in epidemiology and infection prevention and control-related issues across all service and product lines, with a focus on improving and sustaining the quality of care.

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 control program
  • patient care practices
  • epidemiology principles
  • surveillance data analysis
  • regulatory compliance standards

Nice-to-have

  • teamwork and diversity
  • collaborative healthcare organization
  • improving patient care
  • 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
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access
  • Understanding of TJC, CMS, ADH standards

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter