Infection Prevention Specialist

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; benefits...
Patient care practices
Microbiology and asepsis
Epidemiology and statistical methods
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 Infection Prevention Specialist provides expert knowledge and guidance 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; Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Holiday, Vacation, Sick Leave, Education discount, Retirement match

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • patient care practices
  • microbiology and asepsis
  • epidemiology and statistical methods
  • surveillance data analysis
  • regulatory and compliance standards

Nice-to-have

  • teamwork and diversity
  • improving patient care
  • collaborative healthcare organization
  • 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, and Access

Work Rights

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

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