Infection Preventionist

1600 The McLean Hospital Corporation; United States; Sur place; USD 97 000 - 141 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Mass General Brigham is seeking an experienced Infection Prevention & Control leader for McLean Hospital. The role leads infection prevention across the organization, with NHSN surveillance, education, and collaboration with clinical teams. Expect 10–15% travel and a strong focus on data-driven improvement.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s in a health-related field, 3+ years in clinical healthcare, and CIC certification (or within two years of hire). Master’s degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• 3+ years of clinical healthcare experience required.
• Certification in Infection Prevention (CIC) required or prepare to sit for exam within two years.

Responsabilités

• Coordinate and lead infection prevention and control activities across the organization.
• Implement system infection prevention policies, standards, and goals at the site level, aligning with regulatory requirements.
• Conduct NHSN and non-NHSN surveillance, including outbreak detection, investigation, response, and reporting.
• Report communicable diseases to local and state health departments and complete required public health documentation.
• Apply performance improvement methodologies to drive measurable and sustainable change.
• Provide education and consultation to clinical and non-clinical staff through formal and informal training.
• Conduct regular Environment of Care rounds and report findings to site and system leadership.
• Collaborate with Occupational Health to assess, mitigate, and respond to occupational infection risks.

Connaissances

Infection control

Regulatory knowledge

NHSN surveillance

Data analysis

Communication

Performance improvement

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in health-related field

Master’s degree in related field (preferred)

Description du poste

Site: The McLean Hospital Corporation Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

This is a full time, 40/hr a week position. Nursing experience is highly preferred, and behavioral health experience is a plus but not required. The role requires approximately 10–15% travel, including quarterly travel to Middleborough and other McLean Hospital locations. We’re seeking an experienced Infection Prevention & Control professional to lead, coordinate, and continuously improve infection prevention efforts across our clinical environment. In this role, you’ll serve as a trusted expert and partner to clinical, operational, and leadership teams, driving surveillance, education, and performance improvement initiatives that protect patients, staff, and the broader community. This position plays a critical role in identifying infection risks, responding to outbreaks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and advancing system-wide infection prevention goals through data, collaboration, and evidence-based practice. This is an ideal opportunity for an infection prevention professional who thrives at the intersection of clinical practice, data, education, and system-wide improvement, and who wants to make a lasting impact on quality and patient safety.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate and lead infection prevention and control activities across the organization.
• Implement system infection prevention policies, standards, and goals at the site level, ensuring alignment with regulatory and organizational requirements.
• Conduct NHSN and non-NHSN surveillance, including outbreak detection, investigation, response, and reporting.
• Report communicable diseases to local and state health departments and complete all required public health documentation.
• Apply performance improvement methodologies to drive measurable and sustainable change.
• Provide education and consultation to clinical and non-clinical staff through formal and informal training.
• Conduct regular Environment of Care rounds and report findings to site and system leadership.
• Collaborate with Occupational Health to assess, mitigate, and respond to occupational infection risks.

Qualifications

• Education: o Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field such as Nursing, Laboratory Science, Public Health required o Master’s degree in a related field preferred
• Experience: o 3+ years of clinical healthcare experience required
• Licensure & Certifications: o Certification in Infection Control (CIC) required If not CIC-certified at hire, must be prepared to sit for the exam within two years
• Expertise & Skills: o Advanced knowledge of infection prevention and control principles o Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and public health reporting o Experience with CDC NHSN surveillance and other infection surveillance methodologies o Familiarity with healthcare performance metrics (e.g., Vizient, Leapfrog, CMS) o Strong analytical, statistical, and report-writing skills o Excellent communication skills with strong attention to detail

Qualifications Education Bachelor's Degree Health Sciences required or Master's Degree Related Field of Study preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred

Certified in Infection Control [CIC] - Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc. (CBIC) preferred

Experience

Clinical healthcare experience 3-5 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

- Clearly demonstrable expert-level knowledge in infection control and prevention. - Strong attention to detail. - Excellent communication skills. - Statistical methods and data analysis and report writing skills. - Knowledge and experience in a.regulatory and other requirements related to Infection Prevention and Control b.implementation of CDC National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) surveillance and other surveillance for healthcare-associated infections c.application of commonly used performance metrics, including Vizient, Leapfrog, CMS, others

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

• Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type Onsite Work Location 115 Mill Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America)

Pay Range $96,886.40 - $140,899.20/Annual Grade 7

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EEO Statement: 1600 The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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