Associate Medical Director, Infection Prevention & Antimicrobial Stewardship

Jackson Health • Miami, FL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Jackson Health System is seeking an experienced and dynamic Associate Medical Director of Infection Prevention & Antimicrobial Stewardship to join our leadership team at Jackson Memorial Hospital. This role blends 30% clinical responsibilities and 70% leadership, program development and administrative oversight, supporting systemwide infection prevention, antimicrobial stewardship, and quality improvement initiatives. We are looking for a seasoned and Board Certified Infectious Diseases physician who thrives in a fast-paced environment, collaborates effectively with multidisciplinary teams, and demonstrates strong leadership under pressure. This position is not open to new fellowship graduates.

Requirements

• MD or DO degree.
• Board Certification in Internal Medicine and Infectious Diseases.
• 7-10 years of relevant experience; strong background in patient safety and quality improvement preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in infection prevention and/or antimicrobial stewardship and ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Proven ability to maintain composure and sound judgment in high-pressure or emergent situations.
• Valid Florida Medical License.
• DEA and board certification or eligible in GI required.
• American Heart Association(AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) (ACLS)for Healthcare Providers certification with at least 6 months validity required.

Nice To Haves

• Other specialty certifications related to specialty are a plus.
• Has experience in academic medicine, program building, or health system innovation
• Shows evidence of scholarly activity (e.g., publications, national presentations, guideline contributions)
• Commitment to service excellence and the CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Expertise.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert clinical care for patients with complex infectious diseases in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Lead and support outbreak response efforts and initiatives to reduce multidrug-resistant organisms.
• Review and implement strategies to reduce healthcare-associated infections (HAIs).
• Interpret epidemiologic data and enhance data infrastructure to meet NHSN, CMS, and other reporting standards.
• Supervise infectious diseases clinical pharmacists; meet weekly/bi-weekly and maintain daily communication.
• Provide physician backup for antimicrobial stewardship activities, including agent restrictions and program recommendations.
• Analyze antimicrobial consumption and expenditures; implement cost-effective optimization strategies.
• Develop and update antimicrobial guidelines, review formulary changes, and utilize antibiograms to guide empiric therapy.
• Serve as liaison between pharmacy and medical staff on stewardship-related issues.
• Participate in Anti-Infective Subcommittee meetings and contribute to pharmacy resident training.
• Review and streamline antimicrobial therapy, power plans, and laboratory orders within Cerner.
• Coordinate decisions related to antimicrobial drug shortages and restriction procedures.
• Engage in quality improvement projects and scholarly work across Jackson Health System.
• Provide education to clinical departments on appropriate antimicrobial use.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development, including continuing medical education.
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources.
• Supportive work environment with a focus on collaboration and innovation.
• Vibrant and culturally diverse community in Miami, Florida, offering an exceptional quality of life.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree