Quality/Infection Control Manager (101025.4) FULL TIME

Bitterroot Health Human Resources • Hamilton, MT

86d

About The Position

At Bitterroot Health, we combine the beauty of Montana's Bitterroot Valley with our commitment to high-quality, personalized healthcare. As the largest employer in Ravalli County, Bitterroot Health is deeply woven into the fabric of the Bitterroot Valley, offering accessible care and building lasting relationships with our neighbors. Nestled between the Bitterroot and Sapphire Mountains, our location offers not only rewarding careers but also a lifestyle enriched with outdoor adventures, from hiking to fishing, in one of Montana's most stunning regions. Our Employee Connections & Wellness Team is dedicated to supporting our staff by providing resources and activities that promote occupational, physical, emotional, social, and inclusionary well-being. We believe that your happiness is key to success, which is why we also host regular employee gatherings to foster community and connection. Grow with us! From tailored pathway training in nursing, laboratory, and surgical departments to scholarships and tuition reimbursement, we are invested in your success. Join a team recognized for excellence! See for yourself HERE! Named a 2025 top 20 in the nation Critical Access Hospital by the National Rural Health Association. Voted 'Bitterroot’s Best Employer' in 2022 and 2023, we were also honored as the #1 Employer of Choice for large companies in Montana in 2022. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare while enjoying the unmatched beauty of Montana, Bitterroot Health is the place for you. Discover the rewarding career you deserve—apply today!

Requirements

• Baccalaureate degree in nursing, public health, epidemiology, clinical laboratory science, medical technology or related field.
• Certification in Infection Control and Epidemiology (CIC preferred), or attainment of certification within 2 years after employment.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Preventionist or related healthcare experience.
• Knowledge of patient care practices, microbiology, asepsis, disinfection/sterilization, adult education, infectious diseases, communication, program administration and epidemiology.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience abstracting and reporting at local, state and federal levels quality measures.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of the Infection Prevention and Control program hospital-wide.
• Assist the department with quality initiatives across the organization.
• Data abstraction and analysis.
• Occurrence reporting and investigation.
• Patient safety and patient experience management.
• Policy and procedure development.
• Collaborate with teams and individuals to create and sustain infection prevention strategies.

Benefits

• Eligible for the full benefit package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees