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Henry-Ford-Health-2 lists this Infection Prevention Spec I -Organizational Excellence CAB opportunity in jackson, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Infection Prevention Spec I -Organizational Excellence CAB
Full-time
At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.
Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact.
Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Infection Prevention Specialist I to join our Organizational Excellence team at our Jackson, MI facility. In this full-time, day-shift position, you will play a vital role in protecting our patients, staff, and visitors by implementing and maintaining comprehensive infection prevention and control measures. You will work collaboratively with clinical and administrative teams to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and drive organizational excellence in infection prevention practices.
Develop, implement, and monitor infection prevention and control protocols aligned with CDC guidelines and regulatory requirements
Conduct facility assessments and audits to identify potential infection risks and areas for improvement
Analyze infection prevention data and trends to identify patterns, investigate outbreaks, and recommend corrective actions
Collaborate with clinical departments to provide education and training on infection prevention best practices and procedures
Maintain comprehensive documentation of infection prevention activities, compliance metrics, and audit findings
Coordinate with infection prevention committees and leadership to develop and refine organizational policies and procedures
Respond to infection prevention concerns and incidents with prompt investigation and appropriate follow-up
Communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders through reports, presentations, and meetings
Stay current with evolving infection prevention standards, guidelines, and emerging infectious disease threats
Support quality improvement initiatives focused on reducing healthcare-associated infections
Requirements
Demonstrated knowledge of infection prevention and control principles and practices
Strong understanding of CDC guidelines, OSHA regulations, and other relevant healthcare compliance standards
Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and interpretation of infection prevention metrics
Excellent organizational and documentation skills with meticulous attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to engage diverse stakeholder groups
Ability to conduct assessments, audits, and investigations in a systematic and thorough manner
Fundamental knowledge of epidemiological principles and outbreak investigation methodology
Experience coordinating with clinical and administrative teams in a healthcare setting
Proficiency with healthcare information systems and electronic documentation tools
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred: Experience with quality improvement initiatives and process optimization
Preferred: Experience developing and delivering training programs on infection prevention topics
Preferred: Familiarity with infection prevention surveillance systems and reporting tools
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Worksite address
jackson, MI, 49203, US
Who can apply
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