Infection Preventionist Manager (PLEASANTON)

Infection Preventionist Manager Location : University Health Full-Time | Leadership Role Lead the Fight Against Infection Join a mission-driven team committed to protecting patients, staff, and our broader healthcare community through evidence-based infection prevention strategies. As the Infection Preventionist Manager , youll work alongside the Director of Infection Control & Prevention to lead and evolve a robust, system-wide program across hospitals and ambulatory care sites. This is more than a jobit's a career-defining leadership opportunity for someone with a passion for infection prevention, an eye for innovation, and the strategic mindset to drive continuous improvement in healthcare safety and quality. What Youll Do Partner with the Director to develop and implement strategic infection prevention initiatives across the health system. Lead, mentor, and develop a team of infection prevention professionals. Monitor, evaluate, and improve infection prevention policies and procedures in compliance with CDC, APIC, and other regulatory standards. Analyze and report complex infection control data to improve patient outcomes and financial performance. Serve as a subject matter expert in outbreak response, surveillance, and program development. Foster collaboration across departments and cultivate a culture of safety, accountability, and innovation. What Were Looking For Education & Experience : Required : Bachelors degree in Nursing (BSN) Minimum 5 years of infection prevention experience in a hospital setting At least 3 years of recent acute care experience in infection prevention, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities Licensure & Certifications Required : Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) by the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology Current Texas RN License (for nursing candidates) Skills & Knowledge : Advanced expertise in infection control, epidemiology, infectious diseases, and sterilization practices Strong leadership, communication, and change management skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), data visualization tools (QI Macros), and electronic health record (EHR) platforms Demonstrated ability to lead performance improvement and analyze complex data sets to support strategic decisions Why Join Us? At University Health, you wont just leadyoull inspire. You'll be empowered to create meaningful change in a role that blends clinical expertise with strategic leadership in a dynamic and supportive environment. Make a measurable impact on patient safety and healthcare quality Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams across hospitals and clinics Grow your career with professional development opportunities Lead innovation in one of healthcares most critical disciplines Ready to Lead with Purpose? Take the next step in yo