Director of Infection Control

Marin Community Clinics; Novato (CA); On-site; USD 163,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

HRA

Educational benefits

Student loan repayment

Loan forgiveness

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Marin Community Clinics is seeking a Director of Infection Prevention & Control to lead the Infection Prevention program across multiple clinic locations in Marin County.

Responsibilities include developing policies per CDC/OSHA/CMS/HRSA guidelines, conducting surveillance, presenting reports to executives, and guiding staff through training and corrective actions. Travel between sites is required; CIC preferred; public health background essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public health or related field required.
• CIC certification preferred or required within a specified timeframe.
• Minimum 3–5 years healthcare experience.
• Minimum 3 years infection prevention leadership experience.
• Experience in ambulatory care or public health centers preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Infection Prevention Program across all health center locations.
• Establish infection prevention policies per CDC/OSHA/CMS/HRSA guidelines.
• Provide leadership and strategic oversight for infection prevention initiatives.
• Collaborate with clinical leadership to integrate infection control into daily operations.

Skills

Infection prevention

Public health

Communication skills

Training skills

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public health or related field

Job description

Marin Community Clinics, founded in 1972, is today, a multi-clinic network with a wide array of integrated primary care, dental, behavioral, specialty and referral services. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we provide vital health services to almost 40,000 individuals annually in Marin County. The Clinics regularly receive national awards from the Health Resources and Services Administrations (HRSA). Our Mission is to promote health and wellness through excellent, compassionate care for all.

Responsibilities

Program Leadership

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Infection Prevention and Control Program across all health center locations.
• Establish infection prevention policies and procedures consistent with CDC and public health guidelines.
• Provide leadership and strategic oversight for infection prevention initiatives.
• Collaborate with clinical leadership to integrate infection control practices into daily operations.

Infection Surveillance and Monitoring

• Conduct ongoing surveillance for healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and communicable diseases.
• Monitor infection trends and analyze data to identify risks and improvement opportunities.
• Prepare and present infection control reports to executive leadership and quality committees.
• Lead corrective action plans when infection control risks are identified.

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards including:
• CDC infection prevention guidelines
• OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard
• CMS requirements
• HRSA Health Center Program standards
• State and local health department regulations
• Maintain documentation and readiness for HRSA Operational Site Visits (OSV) and regulatory inspections.
• Other duties as assigned.

S Upervisory Responsibilities

• The Director of Infection Prevention & Control may directly supervise infection prevention staff, quality staff involved in infection monitoring, or designated site-based infection control champions. Responsibilities include hiring, onboarding, training, coaching, performance evaluation, and corrective action in accordance with organizational policies.
• The Director provides functional oversight and guidance to clinical and operational staff related to infection prevention practices and standards. The role collaborates closely with clinic managers, nursing leadership, dental leadership, and employee health staff to ensure consistent implementation of infection prevention protocols across all sites.
• The Director also supports staff development through education, competency assessment, and training programs related to infection prevention, regulatory compliance, and patient safety.
• Develop Infection Prevention Ambassadors training program.

Qualifications

Education and Experience :

• Bachelor’s degree in public health , or related field required.
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) preferred or required within a specified timeframe.
• Minimum 3-5 years’ healthcare experience.
• Minimum 3 years infection prevention or infection control leadership experience.
• Experience in ambulatory care, public health, or community health centers preferred.

Required Skills And Abilities

• Strong knowledge of infection prevention principles and public health practices
• Knowledge of CDC, OSHA, CMS, and HRSA regulations
• Experience with infection surveillance and data analysis
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and implement system-wide programs
• Strong communication and training skills
• Ability to manage multiple clinic sites and prioritize risk mitigation activities

Requirements

Physical Requirements and W orking C onditions

• Fulfill immunization and fit for duty regulatory requirements.
• Ability to travel between clinic sites
• Ability to conduct clinical environment assessments and observations
• Prolonged computer use and standing during organizational rounds

Benefits

Our benefits program is designed to protect your health, family and way of life. We offer a competitive Benefits Program that includes affordable health insurance and Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA), Dental and Vision Insurance, Educational and Continuing Education Benefits, Student Loan Repayment and Loan Forgiveness, Retirement Plan, Group Life and AD&D Insurance, Short term and Long Term Disability benefits, Professional Fee Reimbursement, Mileage and Cell Phone Reimbursement, Scrubs Reimbursement, Loupes Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, Paid Holidays, Personal Days of Celebration, Paid time off, and Extended Illness Benefits.

Marin Community Clinics is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Min

USD $163,000.00/Yr.

Max

USD $185,000.00/Yr.