MEDICAL DIRECTOR INFECTION PREVENTION AND EPIDEMIOLOGY

Sparrow Health System; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Medical Director for Infection Prevention and Epidemiology. This role involves providing leadership for the Infection Prevention Program, overseeing healthcare-associated infection goals, and collaborating with various healthcare teams to enhance patient safety. The ideal candidate will possess a Medical Doctor or Doctor of Osteopathy degree, board certification in Infectious Diseases, and significant experience in clinical practice and infection prevention. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to excellence in healthcare, where your expertise will contribute to innovative solutions and improved patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Board Certification in Infectious Diseases required.
• Completion of an IPE fellowship and 5+ years of clinical practice preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Infection Prevention Program and oversee surveillance programs.
• Chair Infection Prevention and Control Committee and develop policies.
• Collaborate with various healthcare teams to achieve infection prevention goals.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Infection Prevention Knowledge

Clinical Expertise

Education

Medical Doctor/Doctor of Osteopathy Degree

Job description

MEDICAL DIRECTOR INFECTION PREVENTION AND EPIDEMIOLOGY

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Job ID: 48421

Positions Location: Lansing, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job: Provide leadership for the Infection Prevention Program at UMH-Sparrow with accountability for healthcare associated infection goals.

Description:

Essential Duties

• Work collaboratively with the Infection Prevention Manager to:
• Create and implement an annual infection prevention and control surveillance plan and risk assessment.
• Oversee a surveillance program to identify and monitor healthcare-associated infections including but not limited to central line associated bloodstream infections, catheter associated urinary tract infections, hospital-onset Clostridiodes difficile infection, MRSA bacteremia, and surgical site infections in targeted surgeries.
• Identify and investigate potential outbreaks and initiate appropriate infection control measures designed to prevent infection of patients, employees, and visitors.
• Develop and implement interventions to reduce risk of HAIs.
• Provide clinical expertise as subject matter expert.
• Chair Infection Prevention and Control Committee.
• Create and maintain relevant infection prevention policies as required by regulatory bodies.
• Educate, engage, and collaborate with physicians and other providers as needed to achieve infection prevention goals.
• Collaborate with the Antimicrobial Stewardship Program to monitor antimicrobial-resistance.
• Collaborate with Regulatory and Accreditation colleagues to assure readiness and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with Employee Health Services to develop policies related to prevention of infectious diseases.
• Perform other related tasks identified by the Chief Quality Officer or Chief Medical Officer.
• Demonstrate good medical citizenship, which includes:
• Having complete, legible, timely, and appropriately coded outpatient and inpatient charts and billing documentation.
• Exhibiting courteous civility in dealing with staff, patients, families, and peers.
• Exhibiting a cooperative attitude in dealing with all aspects of Sparrow Health System.
• Be constructive, creative, and proactive in dealing with issues that need to be addressed either personally or professionally.
• Exhibit cooperative behavior in handling telephone messages, medication refills, call backs to patients, and other activities, as needed.
• Be cognizant, knowledgeable, and compliant with Hospital and University of Michigan Health-Sparrow policies on Conflict of Interest and Corporate Compliance.

Job Requirements

General Requirements: Board Certification Infectious Diseases physician (adult or pediatric).

Work Experience: Completion of an IPE fellowship; 5 or more years of clinical practice experience after completion of fellowship preferred; prior experience in healthcare infection prevention epidemiology and/or public health leadership preferred.

Education: Medical Doctor/Doctor of Osteopathy Degree from an accredited university.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Highly developed interpersonal skills, and ability to organize; must be highly respected by the medical staff, nursing, administration, and other members of the health care team.

Learn more about this position by contacting:

Barbara Hilborn, MSA, CMSR
Director, Physician and APP Recruitment
University of Michigan Health-Sparrow
[e-mail]

University of Michigan Health - Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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Job Family

Physicians & Advanced Practice Providers

Requirements:

Shift Days

Degree Type / Education Level MD/DO

Status Full-time

Facility Sparrow Hospital

Experience Level 4-9 Years