Manager-Infection Prevention - Mercy Hospital Jefferson

Mercy; Crystal City (MO); Presencial; USD 90 000 - 120 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Resumo da oferta

Mercy Hospital Jefferson in Festus, MO is seeking an Infection Prevention Manager to lead the hospital's infection prevention program. You will partner with hospital leaders and multidisciplinary teams to advance safety through prevention, surveillance, and control of Healthcare-Associated infections and communicable diseases.

The role provides strategic leadership for the infection prevention program, driving quality improvement, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting evidence-based

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in clinical healthcare or health sciences related field.
• At least five years of infection prevention experience.
• Certification in Infection Control required.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Provide strategic leadership for the infection prevention program.
• Drive quality improvement initiatives and regulatory compliance.
• Promote evidence-based practices to protect patients and staff.
• Collaborate with hospital leaders and multidisciplinary teams.

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in clinical healthcare or health sciences related field

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Location:

Mercy Hospital Jefferson

1400 US Highway 61,

Festus, MO 63028

Hours/Schedule:

Full-Time

Days

As an integral member of the Mercy Jefferson leadership team, the Infection Prevention Manager partners with hospital leaders, providers, and multidisciplinary teams to advance a culture of safety through the prevention, surveillance, and control of Healthcare-Associated infections and communicable diseases. This role provides strategic leadership for the infection prevention program, driving quality improvement initiatives, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting evidence-based practices that protect patients, caregivers, and visitors while enhancing overall clinical outcomes.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's of science in clinical healthcare or health sciences related field (e.g., nursing, lab sciences, public health or related field).
• Experience: Five years' experience required in Infection Prevention.
• Certifications: Certification in Infection Control required.
• Preferred Education: Master's degree preferred.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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