Director, Infection Control and Compliance – Office of Clinical Affairs

University of Pennsylvania

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Pennsylvania, a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation, is the largest private employer in Philadelphia. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia, situated on a beautiful urban campus with easy access to educational, cultural, and recreational activities. The Director of Infection Control and Compliance with Penn Dental Medicine’s Office of Clinical Affairs is responsible for ensuring compliance and knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards through the stratification, implementation, and management of an infection prevention control program.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in profession or relevant field of study
Minimum 5-7 years of relevant, progressive experience
Maintain current certification in Dental Infection Prevention and Control (CDIPC).
Maintain knowledge of infection disease processes, dental operations, and patient care.
Knowledge of electronic health record systems.
Maintain and incorporate scientific evidenced into the Infection Control practice.
Ability to track and identify trends and/or gaps which require immediate response for priority setting.
Maintain all expectations of HIPAA.
Maintain expertise in cleaning, disinfection and sterilization.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and manage an effective infection prevention and control program within Penn Dental Medicine (PDM) and its affiliated sites.
Conduct regular, ongoing assessments and surveillance of processes and protocols throughout PDM and its affiliated sites.
Monitor and oversee sterilization and disinfection activities, and compliance with patient related regulatory policies.
Provide policy interpretation, serving as knowledgeable and available resource.
Communicates changes in infection control policy and related practices.
Manages and monitors administrative control and access to electronic health record system.
Leads regulatory focused review, assessment and enhancements of infection control policies and protocols to identify and/or manage potential risks.
Prepare and deliver infection prevention presentations to Centers and departments.
Educate and calibrate faculty, staff, students and patients on infection control protocols.
Oversees the School’s central sterilization and dispensary departments; including, but not limited to, ensuring compliance and operational effectiveness.
In collaboration with local and state regulatory agencies, maintain knowledge on public health initiatives and issues of surrounding region.
Participates in developing communications and documents for employee, student and patient community education on infection control.
Perform ongoing surveillance, trend and data analysis, and reporting as required/requested to ensure compliance with national and state requirements.
Provide and maintain expertise in innovative solutions focused on the responsible stewardship of Penn Dental Medicine and its community experience.
Duties assigned will be to support the PDM community; including, but not limited to expectations of local, federal and state agencies.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
Flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars
Tuition assistance for employees, spouse, and dependent children at Penn and dependent children at other institutions
Generous retirement plans (Basic, Matching, and Supplemental) with pre-tax or Roth basis, through TIAA and Vanguard
Substantial amount of time away from work
Long-term care insurance through Genworth Financial for faculty and staff (and eligible family members)
Wide variety of programs and resources to help balance work and personal life (Wellness and Work-life Resources)
Array of resources for professional and personal development
Access to a wide range of University resources (libraries, athletic facilities, arboretum, art galleries, Penn Museum, Annenberg Center, Penn Relays)
Discounts and Special Services (arts and entertainment, transportation, mortgages, new cars, cellular phone service, movie tickets, theme parks)
Flexible work options (non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures)
Forgivable loan for eligible employees buying a home or residing in West Philadelphia (Penn Home Ownership Services)
Reimbursement for qualified expenses in connection with legal adoption of an eligible child (Adoption Assistance)