Infection Preventionist

French Consulting; Ramstein-Miesenbach; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High-impact mission

Professional growth

Flexible schedule

Collaborative culture

Job summary

French Consulting is hiring an Infection Preventionist to lead the Infection Prevention and Control Program at Ramstein Air Base, Germany. You will develop, implement, and oversee infection control measures to protect patients, staff, and the military community.

You will ensure compliance with CDC, APIC, and Joint Commission standards while shaping policies for safe healthcare environments and emergency preparedness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Nursing, Public Health, Epidemiology, or Microbiology.
• Minimum of 3 years’ infection prevention/control experience (with at least 2 years in the last 4).
• BLS certification required.
• AF/DHA EPIC training completed within 6 months of hire.
• Knowledge of CDC, OSHA, APIC, AAMI, and Joint Commission standards.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee the annual Infection Prevention and Control Program (IPCP).
• Conduct inspections, risk assessments (ICRA), and annual program reviews.
• Guide accreditation readiness and ensure compliance with CDC, APIC, OSHA, Joint Commission, and DHA/AF standards.
• Formulate corrective actions and advise leadership on evidence-based prevention strategies.
• Collect, analyze, and report infection-related data across the Medical Treatment Facility (MTF).
• Monitor healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and MDROs; lead outbreak investigations.
• Collaborate with public health partners and use data to improve infection control outcomes.
• Develop and deliver infection prevention education for staff, patients, and leadership.
• Provide orientation training and annual refresher courses.

Skills

Infection prevention

Program leadership

Data analysis

Education & training

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Public Health, Epidemiology, or Microbiology

Tools

EPIC training

Job description

Job Opportunity: Infection Preventionist

Location: Ramstein Air Base, Germany – 86th Medical Group

Start Date: Immediate

Schedule: Full-Time (Monday–Friday, between 0730 - 1630 hours)

Make a Difference Behind the Mission

French Consulting is seeking an Infection Preventionist to lead the Infection Prevention and Control Program at Ramstein Air Base. In this critical role, you’ll develop, implement, and oversee infection control measures that protect patients, staff, and the entire military community.

Your expertise will guide compliance with CDC, APIC, and Joint Commission standards, while shaping policies that keep healthcare environments safe. This is an opportunity to make a direct and lasting impact on military healthcare operations.

What You’ll Do

Program Leadership & Compliance

• Develop, implement, and oversee the annual Infection Prevention and Control Program (IPCP).
• Conduct inspections, risk assessments (ICRA), and annual program reviews.
• Guide accreditation readiness and ensure compliance with CDC, APIC, OSHA, Joint Commission, and DHA/AF standards.
• Formulate corrective actions and advise leadership on evidence-based prevention strategies.

Surveillance & Data Analysis

• Collect, analyze, and report infection-related data across the Medical Treatment Facility (MTF).
• Monitor healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and multi-drug-resistant organisms (MDROs).
• Lead outbreak investigations, implement control measures, and collaborate with public health partners.
• Use statistical tools, reports, and databases to track, trend, and improve infection control outcomes.

Education & Training

• Develop and deliver infection prevention education for staff, patients, and leadership.
• Provide orientation training for newcomers and annual refresher courses.
• Create lesson plans, presentations, and handouts to support learning.
• Promote awareness of national patient safety goals and proper infection control practices.

Advisory & Collaboration

• Consult on facility construction, renovations, and contracts with implications for infection prevention.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, committees, and regional infection prevention peers.
• Participate in AFMS and DHA working groups, meetings, and professional forums.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for leadership on infection prevention and emergency preparedness.

Who You Are

• You thrive in leadership roles that combine clinical expertise with program oversight.
• You’re detail-driven, analytical, and passionate about infection prevention.
• You’re mission-minded and want to safeguard the health of service members and their families.
• You’re comfortable advising leadership while also educating frontline staff.
• You may be a military spouse, veteran, or a healthcare professional committed to service and purpose.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Public Health, Epidemiology, or Microbiology.
• Minimum of 3 years’ recent infection prevention/control experience (with at least 2 years in the last 4).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required).
• Completion of AF/DHA EPIC training within 6 months of hire.
• Knowledge of CDC, OSHA, APIC, AAMI, and Joint Commission standards.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• High-impact mission supporting U.S. military families overseas
• Professional growth through advanced training and certifications
• Flexible schedule within mission needs
• Collaborative, purpose-driven work culture

DOCPER/SOFA/Logistical Support Status

This position is eligible for support under the NATO Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) supplemental agreement articles 72 or 73.

French Consulting is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.