Manager Infection Prevention

Job Summary

The Infection Prevention Manager, holding Certification in Infection Control (CIC-CBIC), leads the planning, development, implementation, management, and evaluation of the facility's infection prevention and control program. This role works under the guidance of the Infection Prevention and Control Medical Director and in partnership with the multidisciplinary infection control committee. The position supports the Lakeway and Austin locations and includes travel between sites as needed.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Supervises and manages assigned staff. This includes responsibility for hiring, firing, performance evaluation, training, work assignments, and problem resolution.

• Establishes, implements, and administrates infection prevention program goals, targets, policies, and procedures

• Provides leadership and management of key infection control programs. Prevents infection transmission by applying epidemiologic values and statistical methods.

• Oversees the identification, implementation, and management of evidence-based strategies to address complex infection prevention and control problems, risks, and trends

• Develops an annual surveillance plan based on the population served, services provided, and testing of surveillance data. Evaluates and modifies the plan as necessary.

• Ensures compliance with national standards and regulating bodies such as Joint Commission, CDC, OSHA, FDA, and HHS

• Provides consultation to providers, staff, clinicians, and nursing about managing patients with communicable diseases. Coordinates the implementation of appropriate isolation procedures.

• Promotes and facilitates continuous quality improvement activities to achieve a multi-disciplinary patient approach to infection prevention and control

• Compiles and examines surveillance data and infection-related performance data. Reports to committees, hospital staff, and local health departments.

• Oversees, plans, organizes, develops, and implements educational programs for employees. These programs maintain compliance with regulatory agencies. They increase employee awareness of nosocomial infections. They teach techniques for avoidance and preventive measures. This ensures a safe environment for hospital employees and patients.

• Develops, recommends, and implements an annual department budget. Monitors expenditures and explains variances. Evaluates and recommends new products for infection prevention and control.

• Performs other position appropriate duties as required in a competent, professional, and courteous manner

Key Success Factors

• Advanced knowledge of accreditation and regulatory compliance for infection prevention and control

• Subject matter expertise in infection prevention and control values and practices

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Excellent data collection, testing, and presentation skills

• Advanced skill in the use of computers and related software applications

• Ability to give leadership and management of key infection prevention and control initiatives

• Ability to develop, implement and conduct infection prevention and control training program and seminars

• Ability to conduct autonomous research and evaluate results in the field of epidemiology and infection control

• Ability to interact collegially with all levels and disciplines within the organization, including physicians, department heads, administrators, and all staff

• Ability to supervise, train, and motivate employees

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.

• We never settle by constantly striving for better.

• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.

• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits

• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%

• Tuition Reimbursement

• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION - Bachelor's

• EXPERIENCE - 2 Years of Experience

• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Cert in Infection Control (CIC-CBIC)

As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.