Medical Director, Infection Prevention
About The Position
It's more than a career, it's a calling. MO-SSM Health 3440 DePaul Drive Worker Type: Regular Job Summary: Serves as the key clinical leader responsible for the oversight, strategic direction, and implementation of the health system's infection prevention and control (IP&C) program. This role ensures the highest standards of patient and staff safety by minimizing the risk of infection and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulatory and accreditation standards. Provides expert medical guidance, leads outbreak investigations, and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to foster a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
Requirements
- Medical degree (MD or DO) with current licensure to practice medicine in the State
- Three years of experience in infection prevention, hospital epidemiology, or quality improvement, along with leadership experience
- Board Certification in Infectious Diseases
Responsibilities
- Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
Benefits
- SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
- Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
- Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
- Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
