Infection Control and Safety Manager
About The Position
The School of Dental Medicine is seeking an Infection Control & Safety Manager to develop and execute annual SDM Infection Control and safety plans. Under the supervision and direction of the Compliance Officer, the incumbent’s primary responsibilities are as follows: Keep abreast of clinical infection control and safety requirements for Article 28 facility and plan for the implementation and evaluation of protocols to meet and adhere to NYS DOH regulations. Has, or a willingness to obtain, certification in dental infection prevention and control ( CDIPC ). Monitor and document adherence to infection control and safety protocols with inspections, reporting, coordinating remediation, and implementation of sanctions. Serve as an educator and conduct required annual and ad hoc training for students, faculty, and staff. Serve as Chair for the Infection and Hazard Control Committee. Conducts dental unit waterline testing. Manages, updates, and trains faculty, students, and staff on the school’s emergency response system (CODE5). Maintains/updates Incident Report Forms, Occupational Exposure Guidelines, and other clinical safety forms. Audits all emergency equipment in clinical areas for expiration and functionality. Reorders emergency supplies as needed. Maintains quality assurance data on incident reports. Other compliance and clinical operation responsibilities as assigned. Learn more: Our benefits , where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life. Being a part of the University at Buffalo community. University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Requirements
- Certified Dental Assistant ( CDA ) or Registered Dental Hygienist ( RDH )
- 5+ years of clinical experience
- Bachelor’s Degree
- 1 year in leadership or training role
- Has, or a willingness to obtain, certification in dental infection prevention and control ( CDIPC )
Nice To Haves
- Certification in Dental Infection Prevention and Control ( CDIPC )
- Prior experience in a dental education environment
- Knowledge of CODA Standards
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute annual SDM Infection Control and safety plans.
- Keep abreast of clinical infection control and safety requirements for Article 28 facility and plan for the implementation and evaluation of protocols to meet and adhere to NYS DOH regulations.
- Monitor and document adherence to infection control and safety protocols with inspections, reporting, coordinating remediation, and implementation of sanctions.
- Serve as an educator and conduct required annual and ad hoc training for students, faculty, and staff.
- Serve as Chair for the Infection and Hazard Control Committee.
- Conducts dental unit waterline testing.
- Manages, updates, and trains faculty, students, and staff on the school’s emergency response system (CODE5).
- Maintains/updates Incident Report Forms, Occupational Exposure Guidelines, and other clinical safety forms.
- Audits all emergency equipment in clinical areas for expiration and functionality.
- Reorders emergency supplies as needed.
- Maintains quality assurance data on incident reports.
- Other compliance and clinical operation responsibilities as assigned.
Benefits
- Our benefits , where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
- Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.
- University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
