Specialist-Infection Prevention

Indiana University Health System•Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

Specialist-Infection Prevention Our leaders shape strategic initiatives, develop passionate teams, and work to improve health outcomes. They advance our mission and exemplify excellence, compassion, teamwork and purpose in all that they do . Indiana University Health is seeking individuals who embody these values to join our Infection Control team in the role of Specialist- Infection Prevention . As a key system-level leader, you will be the primary architect for advancing infection prevention and control practices across the entire continuum of care, including hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, and physician offices. This role bridges the gap between high-level strategy and clinical execution by leading collaborative efforts to develop, implement, and sustain evidence-based standards that align with regulatory requirements while fostering a proactive culture of patient and staff safety. By serving as a mentor and expert resource to infection preventionists throughout the organization, you will provide the strategic direction and work review necessary to ensure high-quality, consistent clinical outcomes. Furthermore, you will act as a vital liaison to IU Health leadership and external partners—such as the Indiana Hospital Association, the Indiana Department of Health, and the Patient Safety Coalition—to address emerging health concerns, manage multidrug-resistant organisms, and coordinate infectious disease outbreak responses. Through your participation in system committees and the design of new services and training programs, you will be instrumental in strengthening the organization’s overall infection prevention infrastructure and long-term readiness. Key Relationships Reports to : Executive Director- Infection Prevention Candidate Qualifications Candidates for the position will be evaluated according to the following criteria and competencies. Indiana University Health is unlike any other healthcare system and we're looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. IU Health leaders play a crucial role in advancing the mission of our organization and inspiring teams to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients. As one of Indiana’s largest employers and the most comprehensive medical system in the state, our vision is to lead the transformation of healthcare through quality, innovation and education, and make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states. IU Health is the largest health system in Indiana with nearly 40,000 team members, 15 hospitals and $8.64 billion in operating revenue. The system’s programs in cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics and transplants have received national recognition for quality patient care. IU Health, in partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, bring together highly skilled physicians, researchers, and educators into close collaboration to provide world-class care for children and adults and improve the health of patients and communities across Indiana. Indiana University Health is dedicated to a fair hiring process and is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination for all individuals, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender identity, expression, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of experience is required.
Requires 3-5 years of relevant experience.
Requires intermediate experience in receiving, analyzing, and interpreting complex data and information.
Requires advanced proficiency in MS office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).