Site Medical Director for Infection Control/Infectious Disease Specialist at Cooley Dickinson Medical Group (CDP) in Northampton, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Elevate Your
Career: Site Medical Director of Infection Control and
Infectious Disease Specialist at Cooley Dickinson Hospital



Are you a passionate and dedicated Board-Certified Infectious Disease Specialist looking to make a meaningful impact? Cooley Dickinson Hospital, a proud member of Massachusetts General Brigham, invites you to join our dynamic multispecialty group in beautiful Northampton, MA.



Why Cooley Dickinson?



At Cooley Dickinson, we're not just a hospital-we're a community of innovators committed to advancing healthcare. We're seeking an Infectious Disease Specialist to fulfill two pivotal roles: Site Medical Director for Infection Control and an Infectious Diseases Physician. Here's what you can look forward to:



1. Site Medical Director for Infection Control (Approx. 20 hours/week)



As the Site Medical Director for Infection Control, you'll be a crucial member of our Infection Control team. Reporting directly to the MGB Chief of Infection Control, you'll play a key role in:


- Overseeing day-to-day infection control operations
- Supporting the implementation of system-wide infection prevention and control strategies
- Leading the Infection Prevention Committee as Co-chair
- Developing and executing an annual Infection Control Plan
- Providing expert IP leadership for the Medical Staff


You'll thrive in our integrated healthcare system, maintaining strong organizational relationships and effective communication with MGB leadership.



2. Infectious Diseases Physician



In your role as an Infectious Diseases Physician, you'll join a dedicated team treating a wide array of conditions including HIV, tick-borne diseases, cancer-related complications, and more. Our practice, though community-based, offers cutting-edge therapies like fecal microbial transplantation and robust HIV care supported by local organizations.


- Collaborate with our team of two ID physicians and a nurse practitioner
- Participate in the Antimicrobial Stewardship Committee
- Provide compassionate, expert care and share on-call responsibilities, with one weekend per month



Why Join Us?



- Innovative Environment: Be part of a progressive, patient-focused team within a network renowned for its dedication to continuous improvement and inclusive healthcare.
- Supportive Culture: Experience a workplace where every employee's contribution is valued and professional growth is encouraged.
- Advanced Facilities: Work in a modern, 140-bed hospital and medical with comprehensive medical and surgical services.



About Cooley Dickinson Hospital:



Affiliated with Mass General Brigham, Cooley Dickinson Hospital boasts a team of around 500 active medical staff including physicians and advance practice providers. Our system includes the hospital, Cooley Dickinson Medical Group, and VNA and Hospice. We're committed to fostering an inclusive, empowering work environment.



Discover Northampton:



Live and work in Northampton, MA-a vibrant, arts-rich community known for its outstanding quality of life, excellent dining, and educational opportunities. With convenient access to Hartford, Boston, and New York City, you'll enjoy the perfect blend of small-town charm and metropolitan accessibility. Love the outdoors, the Pioneer Valley offers amazing access to hiking, biking, skiing and so much more!



Ready to Make a Difference?



If you're eager to bring your expertise to a forward-thinking team in a stunning location, we'd love to hear from you. For confidential consideration, please email your CV to recruitment@cooleydickinson.org.


At Cooley Dickinson Health Care, we're committed to equal employment opportunity and embrace a diverse range of talents and perspectives. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including people of color, veterans, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQ candidates, and those from underrepresented groups, to apply.


Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and exceptional patient care!



Qualifications

Undergraduate (required); medical degree (required); background in healthcare (required); active
medical license (required); Board Certification in Internal Medicine and Infectious Diseases
(required); minimum of 3 years relevant infection control experience (preferred)*, relevant
professional society membership (e.g., SHEA, IDSA, APIC; required)
• Experience and demonstrated knowledge in:
o Principles and practice of infection prevention and control
o Literature as it relates to infection prevention and control
o Evidenced-based infection prevention and control strategies
o Infection prevention and control implementation
o Surveillance for healthcare associated infections
o Requirements for maintaining accreditation, standards, and regulatory compliance
o Prevention of infections and management of exposures in healthcare personnel
• Must be available to work in case of a facility-declared emergency.
• Must be available to assist during regulatory agency reviews.
• *Note that a physician board certified in infectious diseases but without the aforementioned
experience may potentially still be considered for the role, provided they have demonstrated a
commitment to a career in infection control and have met other attributes as listed



EEO Statement

It is the policy of Cooley Dickinson Health Care to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Cooley Dickinson Health Care will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.