Infection Prevention Manager - Safety & Quality Leader

MHM Support Services; Festus (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Jefferson seeks an Infection Prevention Manager to lead the prevention program, surveillance and control of healthcare-associated infections. You will partner with hospital leaders to advance safety culture and regulatory compliance, shaping education and policy to protect patients and staff.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in a clinical field, five years in infection prevention, and certification in infection control, with a master's preferred and a strong focus on QA and

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's in clinical healthcare or health sciences. (e.g., nursing, lab sciences, public health)
• Experience: Five years in Infection Prevention.
• Certifications: Certification in Infection Control required.

Responsibilities

• Lead infection prevention program, driving quality improvement and safety.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and evidence-based practices hospital-wide.
• Collaborate with executives and departments to advance infection control initiatives.

Education

Bachelor's of science in clinical healthcare or health sciences related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Mercy Hospital Jefferson seeks an Infection Prevention Manager to lead the prevention program, surveillance and control of healthcare-associated infections. You will partner with hospital leaders to advance safety culture and regulatory compliance, shaping education and policy to protect patients and staff.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in a clinical field, five years in infection prevention, and certification in infection control, with a master's preferred and a strong focus on QA and