Infection Prevention Specialist

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
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, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave, and education discounts.
  • The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on the basis of any category or status protected by law.

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
  • epidemiology and statistical methods
  • surveillance and investigations
  • regulatory and compliance standards

Nice-to-have

  • teamwork and diversity
  • improving patient care
  • innovative ideas and improvements
  • professional accountability and development

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) required within 2 years of hire
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Tailored Resume

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