Assistant Director Infection Prevention and Control Specialist

1 day ago

Stony Brook, New York, United States Stony Brook University Hospital Full time
Job Summary

The Assistant Director of Infection Prevention and Control is a key role at Stony Brook Medicine, responsible for assisting the Director of Healthcare Infection Prevention and Control in carrying out the mission and goals of the hospital and its Infection Prevention program.

Key Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with the Director of Healthcare Infection Prevention and Control to oversee the day-to-day operation of the department.
  • Provide quarterly environment of care rounding to Article 28 outpatient sites and oversight for outpatient-related infection prevention queries.
  • Develop and manage an outpatient infection prevention program.
  • Responsible for the oversight and management of daily operations of the Healthcare Infection Prevention and Control Department and serve as a mentor/resource for 8 full-time Infection Control Practitioners (ICP) and 1 Staff Assistant.
  • Conduct daily surveillance for multi-drug resistant organisms (isolation of patients) and healthcare-associated infections (HAI); review the identified HAI's for accuracy prior to ICP's reporting to the National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
  • Possess a heightened ability to provide statistical analysis of data, NHSN data management, evaluate the program annually, and implement prevention strategies in collaboration with front-line workers and leadership.
  • Accountable for timely submission to regulatory bodies.
  • Ensure compliance with the revised Joint Commission Infection Control Chapter.
  • Maintain current knowledge with all existing and emerging regulations and national guidelines specific to preventable events related to infections.
  • Identify and maintain awareness of any unsanitary conditions and recommend/implement strategies to prevent or minimize such events.
  • Collaborate with hospital leaders to execute evidence-based infection control practices to meet institutional compliance with regulatory agency requirements.
  • Assess surveillance data to identify trends or clusters and initiate preventive measures.
  • Investigate outbreaks (hospital-based & outpatient clinics); report results to the Director & HE, and to local & state health departments as warranted.
  • Gather & analyze special information for use in research investigation.
  • Maintain liaison with community agencies to monitor discharged patients under treatment for communicable diseases.
  • Assist the Director with revising infection prevention policies and action plans as part of the evaluation of the infection control program.
  • Ensure compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC), Center for Medicaid & Medicare services (CMS) and related regulatory agencies.
  • Carry out all duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Infection Control Committee.
  • Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
  • Required:
    • Bachelor's degree in nursing, healthcare administration, microbiology, public health, medical technologist, or a related field.
    • Certification in Infection Control by the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC).
    • Minimum of 5 years' experience of directly related infection prevention experience in areas of patient care, microbiology, asepsis, disinfection/sterilization, adult education, infectious diseases, communication, program administration, and epidemiology.
    • Leadership experience in an acute care hospital or hospital system environment and experience managing staff.
  • Preferred:
    • Master's degree in Nursing, Public Health, or similar.
Additional Information

This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. Candidates are advised that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date.

Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:

  • Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services.
  • Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
  • Successfully complete a 4-panel drug screen.
  • Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre-employment screenings.
  • Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).

Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.

Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the University Office of Equity and Access at

The starting salary range for this position has been established as - $142,800.

The above salary range represents SBUH's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

In addition, all UUP positions have an additional $3,400 for location. Some positions offer shift differentials for Night ($3,700) & Evening ($2,500) as well as $575 for inconvenience for positions not on day shift.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number in your paycheck. SBUH provides generous leave, health plans, and state pension that add to your bottom line.

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