Legacy Health

Infection Prevention Program Manager

Job Location Mount Hood Medical Center campus
Position Status Regular Full-Time
Requisition ID
25-43761
City
GRESHAM
State/Province
OR
Department
INFECTION PREVENTION CONTROL
Avg Hours Per Week
40
FTE
1.00
Pay Range
USD $48.91/Hr. - USD $72.88/Hr.
FLSA Status
Exempt
Union
Non-union
Work Days
Mon-Fri, no weekends

Overview

You are committed to the prevention and control of diseases that can profoundly impact the community. In addition to your skills as a nurse or public health professional, develop programs and procedures to help us ensure we are working towards our goal of being the safest place to receive and deliver care. In every aspect of your career, you follow the Legacy mission of making life better for others.

Responsibilities

The Infection Prevention Program Manager holds a critical position in our healthcare organization and is responsible for directing and overseeing the infection prevention quality program with a designated facility(ies). Reporting to the Director of Infection Prevention and Control, this role is dedicated to safeguarding the health and safety of staff, patients, and the environment of care by meticulously managing infection prevention and control initiatives. The Infection Prevention Program Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring compliance with rigorous infection prevention standards and practices, thereby reducing the risk of healthcare-associated infections, and promoting a safe healthcare environment.

 

The Infection Prevention Program Manager will play a pivotal role in maintaining and enhancing infection prevention practices within the designated facility(ies), contributing to the organization's commitment to providing a safe and high-quality healthcare environment.

Qualifications

Education:

  • Master's degree in a relevant field (preferred).
  • Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Epidemiology, Public Health, or a related field (required).

 

Experience:

  • A minimum of 3 years of experience in infection prevention or a related field.
  • Experience in clinical healthcare role (preferred).
  • Clinical nursing experience (preferred).
  • Experience in program management within a healthcare setting (preferred).

 

Skills:

  • Thorough understanding of infection prevention principles and practices.
  • Strong leadership and managerial skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Proficient in relevant software and data analysis tools.

Licensure

Licensure/Certification: 

  • Certification in Infection Prevention (CIC) or equivalent within a year of 12 months of eligibility.

Pay Range

USD $48.91 - USD $72.88 /Hr.

Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity

Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing.


If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed.


Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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