Senior Manager, Infection Control

0100 Mass General Brigham Incorporated; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 118,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham Incorporated seeks a Senior Manager of Infection Control for the Spaulding Rehabilitation Network. You will lead infection prevention across sites, supervise a team, and align practices with NHSN and regulatory standards.

The role requires strong leadership, evidence-based decision-making, and excellent communication in a dynamic healthcare setting. Hybrid work location at 300 First Avenue is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Master’s degree preferred in Infection Control, Public Health, Epidemiology, or Statistics; Master’s in Healthcare Management acceptable.
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) is required.
• Experience in a complex academic health center is preferred.
• Massachusetts RN licensure is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement system-wide infection prevention and control goals at the site level.
• Oversee infection surveillance, reporting, and remediation, including outbreak detection and response.
• Lead site-specific infection control activities and supervise four direct reports.
• Drive continuous improvement in infection prevention practices.
• Collaborate with regulatory agencies and external committees as needed.
• Assist in budget preparation and ensure operations stay within funding.
• Evaluate the infection control program and develop reduction strategies.
• Lead educational initiatives on infection prevention and control.
• Coordinate with Occupational Health on related policies and procedures.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to support infection prevention strategies.

Skills

Infection prevention

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Team management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree in Infection Control, Public Health, Epidemiology, or Statistics preferred

Master’s in Healthcare Management or another relevant field acceptable

Certification in Infection Control (CIC) required

Massachusetts RN licensure preferred

Job description

Site: Mass General Brigham Incorporated

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 Summary Join a mission-driven team shaping the future of healthcare safety. At Spaulding Rehabilitation Network, we don’t just treat patients—we champion recovery and resilience. As Senior Manager of Infection Control, you’ll lead critical efforts that protect patients, staff, and communities across our nationally recognized network. If you're a proven leader with deep expertise in infection prevention and a passion for innovation in healthcare, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Position Summary The Senior Manager of Infection Control for the Spaulding Rehabilitation Network (SRN) is responsible for the day-to-day implementation, management, and oversight of Infection Prevention functions across Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospitals. Reporting to the Director of Infection Control at Mass General Brigham (MGB), this position requires a strong foundation in infection prevention and control principles and practices. The ideal candidate will demonstrate evidence-based decision-making, exceptional problem-solving capabilities, and excellent written and verbal communication skills. As a leadership role in a dynamic and evolving change management environment, this position demands flexibility, adaptability, and an open-minded approach—with responsibilities that will continue to evolve over time.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

1. Implement system-wide infection prevention and control goals, plans, and standards at the site level, aligned with clinical, administrative, and regulatory objectives.
2. Oversee infection surveillance, reporting, and remediation, including outbreak detection and response.
3. Lead and manage all site-specific infection control activities, supervising a team of four direct reports, ensuring alignment with operational and productivity goals.
4. Drive continuous improvement in infection prevention and control practices.
5. Serve as site liaison to regulatory agencies and public health authorities; represent the organization on external committees when needed.
6. Assist in budget preparation and ensure operations remain within allocated funding.
7. Evaluate the infection control program at the site level, developing strategies to reduce infection transmission risk.
8. Lead site-specific educational initiatives related to infection prevention and control.
9. Collaborate with MGB Occupational Health Services on policies and procedures addressing occupational infection risk.
10. Partner with internal stakeholders (e.g., Environmental Health and Safety, Compliance) to support infection prevention strategies.
11. Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Master’s degree in Infection Control, Public Health, Epidemiology, or Statistics preferred; Masters in Healthcare Management or another relevant field is acceptable.
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) required.
• Prior experience in a complex academic health center strongly preferred.
• Current Massachusetts’ licensure as a registered nurse strongly preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of related work experience required; greater than 10 years related work experience preferred.
• Prior experience in a supervisory or management role in Infection Control strongly preferred.
• Knowledge and experience in regulatory and other requirements related to Infection Prevention and Control implementation of CDC National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) surveillance and other surveillance for healthcare associated infections application of commonly used performance metrics including Vizient, Leapfrog, CMS, others

Special Requirements

• Must be available to work in the case of a facility-declared emergency.
• Must be available to assist during regulatory agency reviews.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

• Remote Type Hybrid Work Location 300 First Avenue
• Scheduled Weekly Hours 40
• Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America)
• Pay Range $117,707.20 - $171,204.80/Annual
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At 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.

EEO Statement

0100 Mass General Brigham Incorporated 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.

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