Manager, Infection Control, Cooley Dickinson Hospital at Partner's Healthcare in Northampton, Massachusetts

Job Description:

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At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.


At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.



Job Summary
Join Our Team: Infection Control Manager, Cooley Dickinson Hospital Are you passionate about ensuring the highest standards of infection prevention and control? Do you thrive in a dynamic healthcare environment where you can make a significant impact on patient safety and well-being? If so, we want you to join our team!


At Mass General Brigham and Cooley Dickinson Hospital, we are committed to providing outstanding care while prioritizing patient safety and infection prevention. As our Infection Control Manager, you'll play a meaningful role in developing and implementing strategies to minimize the risk of healthcare-associated infections and promote a culture of safety throughout the hospital. In this role, you'll also be a part of the larger Infection Prevention team across the entire Mass General Brigham system with access to resources and thoughtful collaboration.


Come be a part of our exciting transformation journey!


Responsibilities


1. Develop, implement, and evaluate infection prevention and control policies, procedures, and protocols in accordance with regulatory guidelines and best practices.
2. Conduct regular assessments of infection risks, surveillance, and outbreak investigations to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as needed.
3. Provide education and training to healthcare staff on infection control practices, hand hygiene, personal protective equipment (PPE) use, and other infection prevention measures.
4. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement strategies for the prevention and management of infectious diseases, including COVID-19 and other emerging threats.
5. Serve as a resource and liaison for infection control issues, providing guidance and support to healthcare providers, administrators, and other collaborators.
6. Monitor compliance with infection control standards, conduct audits, and participate in accreditation and regulatory surveys.
7. Stay current with emerging infectious diseases, epidemiological trends, and infection control literature to inform practice and policy decisions.
8. Must be available to work in the case of a facility-declared emergency and to assist during regulatory agency reviews



Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required. A Master's degree in Infection Control, Public Health, Epidemiology, or Statistics is preferred; Masters in Healthcare Management or another relevant field is equivalent.


• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) required upon hire.


• Prior experience in acute care facilities is strongly preferred.


• Current Massachusetts' licensure as a registered nurse strongly preferred. - Minimum 5 years of related work experience required; greater than 10 years related work experience preferred.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)



Remote Type


Hybrid



Work Location


30 Locust Street



Scheduled Weekly Hours


40



Employee Type


Regular



Work Shift


Day (United States of America)



EEO Statement:


Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Inc. is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.



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