Senior Infection Preventionist

IU Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health, at Methodist Hospital, seeks a Senior Infection Preventionist to lead infection prevention initiatives, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and mentor Infection Preventionists. The role focuses on patient safety, regulatory compliance, and system-wide quality outcomes.

The ideal candidate brings CIC certification, strong relationship-building skills, and the ability to drive continuous improvement in a large health system dedicated to safety and high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5–7 years of relevant experience.
• CIC certification required.
• Mentorship course must be completed within first year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Leads facility-based multidisciplinary teams in infection surveillance and outbreak response.
• Educates and recommends preventative measures; co-leads system-wide infection prevention initiatives.
• Ensures regulatory and accrediting compliance; onboard new Infection Preventionists.
• Communicates with diverse stakeholders to guide evidence-based decision-making and uphold safety and quality standards.

Skills

Infection prevention

CIC certification

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder collaboration

Leadership/mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

outcomes. They advance our mission and exemplify excellence, compassion, teamwork and purpose in all that they do . Indiana University Health is seeking individuals who embody these values to join our team at Methodist Hospital.

The Senior Infection Preventionist serves as a key clinical and operational partner at Methodist Hospital, leading infection prevention initiatives that promote patient safety, regulatory compliance, and quality outcomes across the organization. This role will collaborate closely with interdisciplinary stakeholders, mentor and support fellow Infection Preventionists, lead complex projects, and provide subject matter expertise related to infection prevention best practices. The ideal candidate brings strong infection prevention experience, CIC certification, excellent relationship-building skills, and the ability to work independently while driving system-wide initiatives and continuous improvement efforts. A nursing or clinical background is highly valued, along with a passion for collaboration, education, and advancing a culture of safety and quality.

Minimum Candidate Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree is required.
• Requires 5-7 years of relevant experience.
• 3 plus years of infection prevention experience is preferred.
• Requires Certification in Infection Prevention (CIC).
• Completion of a Mentorship course is required within the first year of hire.
• Requires knowledge of infectious disease, epidemiology, asepsis and immunology, medical procedures, and medical and environmental microbiology.
• Requires advanced knowledge of local, state, and national regulations and standards and their impact on infection control.

Core Competencies

• Leads facility-based multidisciplinary teams in conducting targeted infection surveillance activities, including the investigation and response to outbreaks affecting patients and personnel.
• Recommends and educates on appropriate preventative measures to mitigate infection risks and actively participates or co-leads in system-level initiatives aimed at improving infection prevention practices across the organization.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory and accrediting agency standards and serves as a knowledgeable resource for less experienced colleagues, including onboarding of new Infection Preventionists.
• Communicates professionally with diverse stakeholders, including clinical staff, administrators, and external partners, to guide evidence-based decision-making and uphold the highest standards of infection prevention.

Indiana University Health is unlike any other healthcare system and we're looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. IU Health leaders play a crucial role in advancing the mission of our organization and inspiring teams to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients. As one of Indiana's largest employers and the most comprehensive medical system in the state, our vision is to lead the transformation of healthcare through quality, innovation and education, and make Indiana one of the nation's healthiest states.

IU Health is the largest health system in Indiana with nearly 40,000 team members, 15 hospitals and $8.64 billion in operating revenue. The system's programs in cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics and transplants have received national recognition for quality patient care. IU Health, in partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, bring together highly skilled physicians, researchers, and educators into close collaboration to provide world-class care for children and adults and improve the health of patients and communities across Indiana.

Indiana University Health is dedicated to a fair hiring process and is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination for all individuals, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender identity, expression, sexual orientation, or veteran status.