Director of Infection Prevention

Director Of Infection Prevention

Step into a high-visibility Director of Infection Prevention role at a thriving acute care leader where innovation, collaboration, and outcomes-driven excellence power a mission to elevate patient safety every day. The Infection Control Director will be supported by an award-winning health system distinguished for high performance in heart failure, stroke, and maternity care. This Infection Control Director role leverages cutting-edge technology including advanced EHR analytics, digital imaging, telehealth, and data-driven decision support. Community commitment runs deep, from tobacco-free campuses and robust prevention programs to partnerships that expand access and improve public health. A Service Excellence culture, leadership development, and enterprise career pathways create the ideal environment for an Infection Control Director to make a transformative impact.

Set within a 300+ bed acute care hospital, the Infection Prevention & Control Director influences a comprehensive continuum spanning intensive care, medical-surgical units, perioperative services, emergency medicine, and maternal-child health with a Level III NICU. The facility's Women's Services deliver labor and delivery, antepartum and postpartum care, and a newborn nursery guided by evidence-based protocols and modern amenities. Advanced operating rooms, interventional suites, and specialty programs align with rigorous infection prevention standards and state-of-the-art sterilization practices. With broad operational visibility, the Infection Prevention & Control Director ensures safe workflows, standardized policies, and high reliability across every clinical setting.

Reporting to the Chief Quality Officer and partnering with the CNO, CMO, and the Medical Director of Infectious Diseases, the Epidemiology and Infection Prevention Director leads CIC-certified Infection Preventionists with dedicated education and analytics support. Core responsibilities include NHSN surveillance and submissions, CMS and state reportability, CDC-aligned definitions, infection risk assessments, and outbreak investigation. Collaboration with friendly bedside nurses and a diverse interprofessional team drives hand hygiene excellence, device-associated infection reduction, and sterilization best practices. Committee leadership, continuous Joint Commission readiness, policy modernization, and actionable dashboards keep the Epidemiology and Infection Prevention Director at the forefront of regulatory compliance and patient safety leadership.

In a vibrant Colorado region, the Infection Prevention Program Director enjoys nearly year-round sunshine with quick access to red-rock trails, alpine getaways, and scenic lakes for hiking, climbing, cycling, and water sports. World-class concerts, festivals, and professional sports energize an entertainment-rich lifestyle alongside museums and family attractions. A dynamic culinary scene pairs with a convenient international airport and commuter-friendly neighborhoods. With attainable living, new housing, and strong schools, the area supports balanced living that helps the Infection Prevention Program Director recharge and thrive.

Offering competitive compensation and a full suite of benefits, this Director of Infection Prevention opportunity invites interested leaders to connect with a Clinical Management Consultants recruiter today.