Director Infection Prevention

Overview

This position is incentive eligible. Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump‑start your career as a Director Infection Prevention today with Lewis Gale Medical Center.

Lewis Gale Medical Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free Air Med medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long‑term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long‑and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee‑only coverage to full‑time and part‑time colleagues based on income.

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Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Collaborates with the Vice President, Quality and Patient Safety in the development of the Infection Control and Prevention Program and Lewis Gale Medical Center. Leads and manages the defined Infection Control Program.

Responsible for the day to day activities related to the identification, surveillance, and prevention of infections/communicable diseases. Acts as the facility's lead for the Infection Control Committee.

Develops, implements and maintains a reporting system for nosocomial infections/communicable diseases.

Maintains communication with the medical staff and hospital staff regarding detection, surveillance and prevention of communicable diseases and other possible hazardous situations.

Prepares reports for administration, medical staff leaders, and Board of Trustees related to the infection Control and Prevention Program outcomes and activities.

Serves as a liaison to medical and hospital staff in the area of Infection Control. Also serves as the liaison with the Virginia Department of Health and CDC when appropriate and necessary.

Establishes and implements in‑service and continuing educational programs concerning infection control and prevention procedures.

Assist all department managers in developing, implementing and updating the infection control standards for their departments.

Maintains professional development including pursuit of and maintenance of Certification in Infection Control.

Maintains/expands computer skills to enhance program analysis and documentation.

Supervises ICP staff, providing ongoing direction, guidance and support.

Utilizes PI principles to affect change.

Healthcare related and infection control experience; possess interpersonal and communication skills:
Basic PC skills in a Windows operating environment - Required

Registered Nurse, Medical Technologist, or a bachelor's degree in a health related field - Required

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