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If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.
Job Overview
The Manager of Infection Prevention is responsible for leading, planning, developing, directing, implementing, and evaluating aspects of infection prevention and control activities in collaboration with the Regulatory department, Environment of Care, and Environmental Services within AltaMed Health Services Corporation, under the supervision of the Director of Accreditation & Regulatory Affairs.. The Manager helps drive and optimize the culture of safety through the prevention of healthcare-acquired infections (HAIs) by isolating sources of infections and limiting their spread, systematically collects, analyzes, and interprets health data to plan, implement, evaluate, and disseminate appropriate public health practices; and trains healthcare staff through instruction and dissemination of information/standards on infection control practices. Through strategic planning, leadership, and consultation, the Manager leads and directs a robust team in the identification and implementation of infection prevention goals and objectives throughout the enterprise to support compliance with regulatory standards. Lastly, the Manager develops and executes continuous process improvement initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional leaders in Health Services, Ancillary Services, Senior Care Services, Dental Services, Facilities, Employee Health, Business Occupancy, and other departments, enterprise-wide as necessary.
Minimum Requirements
A minimum completion of an LVN program with an obtained degree or higher.
Bachelor’s Degree in a health field preferred.
A minimum of 7 years of hospital/outpatient setting experience is required.
Experience in Infection Control/Prevention or Certification in Infection Prevention.
CIC Certification is highly desirable. If no certification, it will be required once the experience/hours requirement has been met to qualify to test.
A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.
Compensation
$113,800.96 – $142,251.20 annually
Compensation Disclaimer
Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate’s value and the role’s strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.
Benefits & Career Development
- Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
- 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Commuter Flexible Spending
- Career Advancement & Development opportunities
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Paid CME Days
- Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Corporate Employee Discounts
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Pet Care Insurance
Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement
AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.