Senior Infection Preventionist

Indiana University Health System • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

The Senior Infection Preventionist serves as a key clinical and operational partner at Methodist Hospital, leading infection prevention initiatives that promote patient safety, regulatory compliance, and quality outcomes. The role collaborates with interdisciplinary stakeholders, mentors and supports fellow Infection Preventionists, leads complex projects, and provides subject matter expertise on infection prevention best practices. The ideal candidate has strong infection prevention experience, CIC certification, excellent relationship-building skills, and the ability to work independently while driving system-wide initiatives and continuous improvement. A nursing or clinical background is highly valued, along with a commitment to collaboration, education, and advancing a culture of safety and quality.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5–7 years of relevant experience required.
• Certification in Infection Prevention (CIC) required.
• Completion of a mentorship course is required within the first year of hire.
• Knowledge of infectious disease, epidemiology, asepsis and immunology, medical procedures, and medical and environmental microbiology required.
• Advanced knowledge of local, state, and national regulations and standards and their impact on infection control required.

Nice To Haves

• Three or more years of infection prevention experience preferred.
• A nursing or clinical background is highly valued.
• Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to work independently while driving system-wide initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.

Responsibilities

• Lead facility-based multidisciplinary teams in targeted infection surveillance, including investigating and responding to outbreaks affecting patients and personnel.
• Recommend and educate on preventive measures to mitigate infection risks.
• Participate in or co-lead system-level initiatives to improve infection prevention practices across the organization.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and accrediting agency standards.
• Serve as a knowledgeable resource for less experienced colleagues, including onboarding new Infection Preventionists.
• Communicate professionally with clinical staff, administrators, and external partners to guide evidence-based decision-making.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior