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Infection Prevention Specialist I

Henry Ford Health

Job Description

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Company Description

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

Job Description

 

Job Title

Infection Prevention Specialist I

About the Department

Join our flagship Detroit hospital campus, where academic medicine, leading-edge specialty care, and groundbreaking research come together. Located near Midtown's museums, restaurants, and cultural attractions, this campus offers the energy of a revitalized city paired with the resources of a nationally recognized health system. Our Infection Prevention and Control team plays a critical role in safeguarding the health of our patients, staff, and visitors by implementing evidence-based practices and innovative solutions to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.

Role Overview

As an Infection Prevention Spec I, you will assess, evaluate, and address the needs of professional staff in infectious disease and infection prevention and control practices. You will identify and investigate trends, recommend resolutions, and monitor policies to ensure compliance with infection prevention standards. This role serves as a vital resource for nursing and other healthcare professionals, promoting a safe environment for all.

Why Henry Ford Health

At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.

What You Will Do

  • Assess and evaluate infection prevention needs for professional staff.
  • Identify and investigate trends in infectious diseases and recommend resolutions.
  • Monitor and analyze practices, policies, and systems to ensure compliance with infection prevention standards.
  • Serve as a resource for nursing and other healthcare professionals on infection prevention practices.
  • Collaborate with teams to implement strategies for preventing nosocomial infections.

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing or other health-related field.
  • Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office products and electronic health records.
  • Basic proficiency in medical terminology and understanding of medical confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's Degree in Nursing, Public Health, or related field.
  • Graduate coursework in statistics, clinical microbiology, epidemiology, and infection prevention and control.

What We Offer

Join a team where your work directly impacts patient safety and public health. Enjoy opportunities for career growth, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and engagement in mission-driven work. Learn from industry leaders and contribute to innovative solutions in infection prevention.

Join Our Team

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be part of a team that is shaping the future of healthcare.

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