Infection Prevention Leader | Data-Driven Patient Safety

Seacrest Behavioral Health; Rutland (VT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Seacrest Behavioral Health seeks an infection prevention leader to drive system-wide surveillance, analysis, and improvements to reduce patient harm. You will help shape policies, educate staff, and monitor compliance across the organization.

The role focuses on collaboration with clinical teams, interpretation of infection data, and promoting a culture of continuous learning to ensure safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of infection prevention principles and healthcare quality improvement.
• Ability to interpret surveillance data and identify trends.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for interdisciplinary teams.
• Experience leading compliance efforts and promoting continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead system-wide infection prevention and control efforts.
• Develop, review, and update infection prevention policies and procedures.
• Educate and support staff to promote safe practices and compliance.
• Monitor adherence to regulatory standards (CDC, OSHA, CMS, Joint Commission).
• Collaborate with clinical teams to strengthen patient safety and outcomes.

Skills

Infection prevention practices

Surveillance data interpretation

Communication skills

Compliance leadership

Job description

Seacrest Behavioral Health seeks an infection prevention leader to drive system-wide surveillance, analysis, and improvements to reduce patient harm. You will help shape policies, educate staff, and monitor compliance across the organization.

The role focuses on collaboration with clinical teams, interpretation of infection data, and promoting a culture of continuous learning to ensure safety and quality.