Infection Preventionist, Ambulatory

Mass General Brigham; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham seeks an Infection Prevention Specialist to coordinate infection prevention across more than 200 ambulatory sites, from primary care to surgical centers. This role supports surveillance, education, and cross-functional collaboration with leaders and frontline teams.

Ideal candidates will have 3+ years in clinical healthcare, RN licensure preferred, and CIC certification or plan to obtain within 2 years. Travel regionally and a day-shift schedule are involved.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Health Sciences or related field required
• Master's in Infection Control, Public Health, Epidemiology or related field preferred
• RN license strongly preferred; CIC preferred (or obtainable within 2 years)
• At least three years of clinical healthcare experience required; ambulatory/hospital infection prevention experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support infection prevention across 200+ ambulatory sites
• Conduct surveillance, outbreak investigation, NHSN and non-NHSN reporting
• Perform Environment of Care rounds and communicate recommendations to leadership
• Provide infection prevention education to clinical and non-clinical staff
• Collaborate with Occupational Health, EH&S, Compliance and Facilities to ensure regulatory compliance

Skills

Infection prevention

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's in Health Sciences

Master's in Infection Control / Public Health

Tools

NHSN

Vizient

CMS

Job description

Site: Mass General Brigham Medical Group, Inc.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 SummaryMake a System-Wide Impact in Ambulatory CareThis is a rare and exciting opportunity to shape infection prevention practices across more than 200 ambulatory care sites within the Mass General Brigham (MGB) system, including primary care, specialty clinics, urgent care, surgical centers, and endoscopy suites.As part of a highly collaborative, specialized team of three, you’ll have the unique ability to influence care delivery at scale while still working closely with frontline teams. This role offers the best of both worlds: the autonomy and visibility of a small, agile team paired with the resources, innovation, and reputation of a world-renowned healthcare system.This role coordinates and supports infection prevention and control initiatives across a diverse network of ambulatory sites, promoting consistent, high-quality standards of care. Responsibilities include surveillance, outbreak investigation, NHSN and non-NHSN reporting, and Environment of Care rounds to identify risks and communicate recommendations to leadership. The role provides infection prevention education and guidance to clinical and non-clinical staff and partners closely with Occupational Health, Environmental Health & Safety, Compliance, and Facilities. It also ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations while developing and implementing strategies to reduce infection risk and enhance patient and staff safety.If you are passionate about education, enjoy building relationships across all levels of an organization, and thrive in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same—this role is for you.Why This Role Stands Out•Meaningful Impact: Drive infection prevention strategies across a vast ambulatory network and directly improve patient and staff safety.•Continuous Learning: Exposure to diverse care settings will strengthen your critical thinking, clinical judgment, and problem-solving skills every day.•Autonomy + Flexibility: Enjoy a hybrid schedule with the ability to manage your own time and priorities.•Regional Travel: Regular travel throughout Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine—with mileage reimbursement provided.•Highly Collaborative: Partner with clinical leaders, frontline staff, and system stakeholders across all levels.•Hands-On Work: Participate in routine clinic rounding, education, and real-time problem solving.QualificationsEducation· Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences or a related field such as Nursing required· Master’s degree in Infection Control, Public Health, Epidemiology, or a related field preferredLicensure & Certification· Registered Nurse (RN) license strongly preferred· Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) through CBIC preferred (or obtain within 2 years of start date)Experience· At least three years of clinical healthcare experience required.· At least 2 years of ambulatory and/or hospital infection prevention experience strongly preferred.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities· Demonstrated expertise in infection prevention and control practices required.· Strong understanding of regulatory requirements related to infection control (local, state, and federal) required.· Experience with CDC National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) and other surveillance systems for healthcare-associated infections required.· Familiarity with performance metrics and benchmarking tools (e.g., Vizient, Leapfrog, CMS)· Strong analytical skills, including data interpretation, statistical analysis, and report writingAdditional Job Details (if applicable)Remote TypeOnsiteWork Location399 Revolution DriveScheduled Weekly Hours40Employee TypeRegularWork ShiftDay (United States of America)Pay Range$91,187.20 - $132,600.00/AnnualGrade7At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.EEO Statement:0400 Mass General Brigham Medical Group, Inc. 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.Mass General Brigham Competency FrameworkAt Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.