Senior Infection Preventionist - Lead Safety & Outbreaks

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

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.