System Medical Director/Hospital Epidemiologist of Infection Prevention

PeaceHealth • Vancouver, WA

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About The Position

New opportunity for a .5 FTE MD/DO System Medical Director/Hospital Epidemiologist of Infection Prevention. Position is based in Vancouver, Washington (Portland metro) however the selected physician may primarily work remotely from a location in Washington, Oregon or Alaska. Join a nationally recognized community infection prevention program. Our team offers ample support and collaboration within a group of 26 Infection Preventionists. The Medical Director will focus on the PeaceHealth mission that every patient receives safe, passionate care; every time, every touch. This is done by minimizing the risk of healthcare-associated infections in patients, caregivers, and visitors. The System Infection Prevention Director manages the overall IPC program, with the Medical Director providing clinical expertise to the program and liaison with leadership, clinicians, and staff. The Medical Director will have the ability to develop rapport and credibility with all stakeholder groups and exhibit strong peer leadership and change management.

Requirements

• MD/DO from U.S. ACGME accredited residency and/or fellowship program.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to motivate, teach, and facilitate individuals and groups, including peers.
• Ability to handle controversial issues with a professional, diplomatic, tactful communication style.
• BLS certification or ability to obtain during onboarding process.

Nice To Haves

• ABIM Certification in Infectious Diseases.
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) or willingness to be certified.
• Completion of SHEA/CDC healthcare epidemiology course or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Promote the goals and objectives of the Infection Prevention & Control Department.
• Maintain up to date knowledge and critical understanding of healthcare epidemiology and infectious disease literature, regulatory policies, controversies, and current events.
• Use knowledge and expertise to guide the prioritization of activities, evaluation of surveillance systems, and institutional response to emerging infectious diseases.
• Act as liaison to local, state, and federal health departments for IPC-related topics.
• Participate in media communications for IPC-related topics.
• Collaborate with other departments and stakeholders within PeaceHealth's three-state system.
• Provide teaching and mentorship to students interested in healthcare epidemiology or infection control.
• Work with Quality Patient Safety, Clinical Risk Management, and Marketing/Communications departments to ensure effective internal communication and implementation of Infection Prevention strategies.

Benefits

• Employment bonus
• Relocation Assistance
• Education Loan Reimbursement (if applicable)
• CME Allowance
• Medical/dental/vision/disability/life/wellness
• Retirement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: No Education Listed