What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager, Infection Prevention Control position at HMH CARRIER CLINIC INC?
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The Manager of Infection Prevention and Control implements an Infection Prevention and Control and program for all areas of the campus including the Carrier Clinic Hospital, The East Mountain Youth Lodge, The East Mount School and the Blake Recovery Center in accordance with accepted medical practice, federal, state, and local regulations, and accrediting organizations. The primary focus of the program is to prevent nosocomial infections through surveillance, recommendation of preventive measures, and education of personnel, medical staff, students, and patients.
Qualifications:
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Microbiology, Epidemiology or a Healthcare related field.
- Must have sufficient knowledge of the unique aspects of this organization and understand the regulatory requirements for the Inpatient Hospital, the East Mountain Youth Lodge, a residential level of care for Adolescents, The East Mountain School, a private high school for adolescents with emotional, behavioral and psychiatric issues, and the Blake Recovery Center, a detox and rehabilitation center for adults with substance use disorders.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:
- Ability to implement evidence-based guidelines
- Expertise in data collection and analysis, report writing, and data presentation
- Program and project management
- Strong Leadership and Conflict resolution skills
- Demonstrated Analytical, Problem solving, and Collaboration skills
- Computer experience with multiple programs including Google application
Licenses and Certifications Required:
- Certified Infection Control practitioner OR must complete CIC Certification within two (2) years of hire.
If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!
