Director of Infection Prevention

Director of Infection Prevention

• Location: Charleston, SC
• Pay Range: Up to $140,000/year (based on experience)
• Incentive Bonus: Eligible for a 15% bonus
• Schedule: Full-Time, Days (No Weekends)
• Sign-On Bonus & Relocation Assistance: Case by Case Basis

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Director of Infection Prevention to lead the infection prevention efforts across a 445-bed healthcare system that includes two acute care hospitals and three freestanding emergency departments. This system-level role ensures high-quality, patient- centered care by managing and coordinating infection prevention programs, compliance with regulatory standards, and fostering a culture of safety and quality.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the hospital-wide Infection Prevention Program, including surveillance, analysis, and reporting of healthcare-associated infections.

Develop and maintain policies and procedures to meet rigorous infection control standards.

Collaborate with the Infection Prevention Committee to make decisions on infection control and prevention strategies.

Educate staff on infection prevention practices and regulatory compliance.

Lead efforts to achieve successful quality/patient safety outcomes.

Provide guidance and support to Infection Prevention Practitioners and Data Analysts across the system.

Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal infection control regulations.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in a health-related field (Required)

Master's Degree in a health-related field (Preferred)

Licensure (if a Nurse):

Active RN license in the state of practice or Compact RN license (Required)

Certifications:

Certification in Infection Prevention (Required)

Experience:

5 years in a clinical setting (Required)

5 years in infection prevention (Required)

2 years in a leadership role (Required)

• Note: Infection prevention experience is non-negotiable.

Facility Overview

This position oversees the infection prevention programs at Trident Medical Center, Summerville

Medical Center, and three freestanding emergency departments. The team includes Infection

Prevention Practitioners and a Data Analyst.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: Up to $140,000/year

Incentive Bonus: 15%

Sign-On Bonus: Case by case basis

Relocation Assistance: Case by case basis

Why Join Us?

Be a part of a mission-driven healthcare system that provides care to nearly 375,000 Lowcountry

residents annually. Lead a team dedicated to ensuring the highest standards of safety and quality in infection prevention.

Apply Today!

Take the next step in your leadership career and make a meaningful impact on patient safety and quality outcomes.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Signing bonus

Ability to Commute:

• Charleston, SC 29402 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $140,000