Supervisor Infection Prevention

Providence Health & Services; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best-in-class benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Inclusive workplace culture

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Infection Prevention Supervisor to lead a dedicated team at a prominent medical center. This full-time role involves overseeing infection prevention programs, ensuring compliance with health regulations, and delivering high-quality care. The ideal candidate will have a background in Lab Sciences or a related field, along with experience in infection prevention and quality assurance. Join a supportive workplace that values your contributions and fosters professional growth, where you can make a real difference in the health of the community.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in Infection Prevention or Epidemiology required.
• Certification in Infection Control is mandatory upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Supervise infection preventionists and manage infection prevention program.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal guidelines.

Skills

Infection Prevention

Epidemiology

Quality and Patient Safety

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Lab Sciences

Master's Degree in Lab Sciences

Job description

Description

Supervisor Infection Prevention at Providence St Vincent Medical Center in Portland, OR.

Full-Time/Day Shift

The Infection Prevention Supervisor is considered an Infection Prevention expert. The Infection Prevention Supervisor is the direct supervisor for infection preventionists and responsible for the day-to-day operations of the assigned infection prevention program.

The Infection Prevention Supervisor is accountable for implementation of and compliance with policies, practices, and processes of the infection prevention program at the facility, region, division and system level. In collaboration with the IP leadership, IP medical director, and IP peers, all IPs will follow all current local, state, and federal guidelines, standards, and regulations.

The Infection Prevention Supervisor is responsible for overseeing infection prevention consultative services focused on providing the highest quality care at the lowest cost to patient and organization.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Oregon Regional Shared Services and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's Degree in Lab Sciences, Microbiology, Nursing, Public Health, or a related health sciences field, or equivalent education/experience.
2. Upon hire: Certification in Infection Control.
3. 2 years of experience in Infection Prevention or Epidemiology.
4. 4 years of experience in Quality and patient safety or other directly related healthcare experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Master's Degree in Lab Sciences, Microbiology, Nursing, Public Health, or a related health sciences field, or equivalent education/experience.
2. 2 years of Leadership experience.

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

About Providence

At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected.

Requisition ID: 356920
Company: Providence Jobs
Job Category: Clinical Safety
Job Function: Clinical Support
Job Schedule: Full time
Job Shift: Day
Career Track: Leadership
Department: 5016 RS INFECTION CNTRL
Address: OR Portland 9205 SW Barnes Rd
Work Location: Providence St Vincent Medical Ctr-Portland
Workplace Type: On-site
Pay Range: $56.40 - $89.04