Medical Director, Infection Prevention and Control / Healthcare Epidemiologist
About The Position
Carilion Clinic is seeking an accomplished Infectious Disease physician to serve as Medical Director, Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) / Healthcare Epidemiologist in Roanoke, Virginia. The role provides system-wide leadership in infection prevention across Carilion’s hospitals and ambulatory locations, setting strategy, influencing clinical practice, and advancing quality and patient safety. The majority of the position’s effort is dedicated to IPC and healthcare epidemiology leadership. The Medical Director collaborates with executive, physician, quality, and IPC leaders to strengthen the infection prevention program and shape its future direction. The posted salary range is $270,000–$450,000. The posting notes that the range may not reflect the full value of total compensation. The physician may participate in Tier 1 and Tier 2 bonus compensation programs; historical averages of bonus earnings are included in the maximum salary. Benefits and incentives may vary by position.
Requirements
- MD or DO from an accredited institution.
- Current ABIM or AOBIM certification in Infectious Disease.
- At least three years of Infection Prevention and Control experience, preferably with leadership responsibilities.
- Active involvement with SHEA and/or APIC.
- A collaborative leadership style and passion for quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a large, complex healthcare system is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead and shape Carilion’s system-wide Infection Prevention and Control strategy.
- Establish priorities and drive improvement in healthcare-associated infections, hand hygiene, surgical site infections, antimicrobial resistance, and stewardship.
- Use data, evidence, and national best practices to improve outcomes.
- Serve as a trusted physician expert and partner to clinical and executive leaders.
- Advance patient safety, quality, regulatory, and public health initiatives.
- Educate and mentor physicians, clinicians, staff, residents, and students.
- Foster collaboration and shared accountability across the organization.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Employer-funded pension plan and retirement savings options.
- CME funds and CME time.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Malpractice coverage.
- Relocation assistance.
- Sign-on bonus for eligible positions.
- Student loan assistance for select positions.
- Wellness and employee assistance programs.
- Tier 1 and Tier 2 bonus compensation programs; historical averages of bonus earnings are included in the maximum salary.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
