Infection Prevention Specialist

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, AR, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
5+ years healthcare experience
2+ years infection control experience
Epidemiology and statistical analysis skills
The Infection Prevention Specialist provides leadership in applying the infection control program to improve patient care outcomes across all service lines

Job Summary

  • The Infection Prevention Specialist provides leadership in applying the infection control program to improve patient care outcomes across all service lines.
  • UAMS offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision plans, up to 10% retirement match, and an education discount for staff dependents.
  • This role requires integrating surveillance findings into organizational improvement plans while utilizing epidemiological principles to analyze trends and risk factors.

Matching Summary

The Infection Prevention Specialist provides leadership in applying the infection control program to improve patient care outcomes across all service lines.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement match, Education discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years healthcare experience
  • 2+ years infection control experience
  • Epidemiology and statistical analysis skills
  • Regulatory compliance knowledge TJC CMS ADH
  • Microsoft Excel Word PowerPoint Access expertise

Nice-to-have

  • Masters in Public Health or Nursing
  • Interdisciplinary project collaboration
  • Adult education and communication skills
  • Evidence-based practice implementation
  • Patient safety goal integration

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Biology or Medical Technology
  • CIC Certification required within 2 years of hire
  • 5+ years healthcare with 2+ years infection control
  • 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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