Infection Prevention Program Manager

Penn Medicine; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine's Chester County Hospital seeks an experienced Infection Prevention Manager to lead the infection prevention program. You will supervise a team of Infection Preventionists, ensure surveillance of healthcare-associated infections, and coordinate with Environmental Services and Plant Operations to maintain a safe patient environment.

Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with NHSN, PA DOH, TJC and CMS, developing prevention goals, and providing ongoing education and leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.
• Master's degree in a related field required.
• PA or multi-state license or MLS ASCP credential.
• ASCP MLS certification preferred or required per credentials.

Responsibilities

• Oversee surveillance and reporting of nosocomial infections.
• Develop and implement organizational goals for preventing HAIs.
• Ensure compliance with NHSN, PA DOH, TJC and CMS regulations.
• Collaborate with Environmental Services and Plant Operations on infection control.
• Recruit, train, and evaluate Infection Prevention staff and programs.
• Lead hospital Infection Prevention Committee meetings and implementation.

Skills

Infection prevention

Staff leadership

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BA/BS degree

MA/MS degree

PA or multi-state license

ASCP MLS certification

Job description

Penn Medicine's Chester County Hospital seeks an experienced Infection Prevention Manager to lead the infection prevention program. You will supervise a team of Infection Preventionists, ensure surveillance of healthcare-associated infections, and coordinate with Environmental Services and Plant Operations to maintain a safe patient environment.

Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with NHSN, PA DOH, TJC and CMS, developing prevention goals, and providing ongoing education and leadership