Infection Prevention Manager

Position Title

Infection Prevention Manager

Job Description

Purpose & Scope

The Infection Prevention Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the hospital infection prevention and control program. Under the direction of the Associate Vice President of Quality & Patient Safety, this role oversees infection surveillance activities, supports regulatory compliance, coordinates outbreak investigations, provides staff education, and facilitates implementation of evidence-based infection prevention practices. The Manager works collaboratively with clinical and operational departments to reduce healthcare-associated infections, promote patient and workforce safety, and support organizational quality goals. This position provides operational oversight of infection prevention activities and supervision of infection prevention staff while serving as a key resource for infection prevention standards and best practices.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Microbiology, Epidemiology, Healthcare Administration, or related healthcare field is required.
• Master's degree in Nursing, Public Health, Epidemiology, Healthcare Administration, or related field is preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years of healthcare experience, including at least three (3) years in infection prevention, epidemiology, or quality is required
• Experience with CDC NHSN surveillance methodologies and healthcare-associated infection reporting.
• Knowledge of CMS, Joint Commission, DNV, OSHA, CDC, and APIC infection prevention requirements.
• Experience with data analysis, chart review, and quality improvement methodologies.
• Experience using EPIC Bugsy infection control and surveillance module within the Epic Systems electronic health record.
• Leadership or management experience in infection prevention, quality, patient safety, or healthcare operations is preferred.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary committees and organizational improvement initiatives.
• Experience with electronic surveillance systems and data visualization tools is preferred.

Certification/Licensure

• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) is required
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse by the Virginia Department of Health Professions or Compact State Nursing license is required, or, Medical Technologist (MT/MLS) is required, or, Other healthcare-related professional license as appropriate to educational background
• Lean, Six Sigma, CPHQ, CPPS, or related professional certification is preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of infection prevention principles, epidemiology, and healthcare-associated infection surveillance.
• Strong understanding of accreditation, regulatory, and reporting requirements.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex clinical and operational data.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage frontline staff, physicians, and executive leadership.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary initiatives and influence change without direct authority.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with proficiency in EHR systems, NHSN, Excel, and reporting tools.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively to urgent infection prevention concerns.

Additional Job Description

At VHC Health, every role contributes to exceptional care, better outcomes, and stronger communities. In addition to your base compensation, VHC Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements), as well as additional wellness and retirement benefits designed to support our employees and their families. VHC Health is committed to wage transparency and equitable pay practices. The compensation offered for this position - whether expressed as an annual salary or hourly rate - is determined based on a variety of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, relevant training and experience, skill level, shift differentials (where applicable), internal equity, and current market conditions. The posted hiring range reflects the range VHC Health, in good faith, believes is appropriate for this role at the time of posting. This range may be adjusted in the future based on business needs or market changes. No portion of compensation is considered earned until it is vested and determined in accordance with the terms of applicable policies and benefit plans. The availability and amount of any bonuses, incentives, or other benefits are subject to the terms of those plans and may be modified at the sole discretion of VHC Health, in accordance with applicable law. VHC Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law. VHC Health maintains a drug-free workplace. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited at all VHC Health locations.