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 benefits including up to 10% matched retirement contribution, medical dental and vision plans, and an education discount for staff dependents.
  • The role requires expertise in epidemiology, statistical methods for risk stratification, and maintaining current knowledge of infectious disease guidelines.

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 Education Discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years healthcare experience
  • 2+ years infection control experience
  • Microsoft Excel Word PowerPoint Access
  • Regulatory standards TJC CMS ADH
  • Patient care practices microbiology

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative teamwork environment
  • Diversity and inclusion champion
  • Continuous professional development
  • Interdisciplinary project initiation
  • Evidence-based strategy application

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Biology or Medical Technology
  • CIC certification within 2 years of hire
  • Masters preferred in Public Health Nursing or Biology
  • 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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