Infection Preventionist ManagerLocation: University Health
Full-Time Leadership Role Lead the Fight Against Infection Join a mission-driven team committed to protecting patients, staff, and our broader healthcare community through evidence-based infection prevention strategies. As the
Infection Preventionist Manager, you'll work alongside the Director of Infection Control & Prevention to lead and evolve a robust, system-wide program across hospitals and ambulatory care sites.
This is more than a job-it's a career-defining leadership opportunity for someone with a passion for infection prevention, an eye for innovation, and the strategic mindset to drive continuous improvement in healthcare safety and quality.
What You'll Do- Partner with the Director to develop and implement strategic infection prevention initiatives across the health system.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of infection prevention professionals.
- Monitor, evaluate, and improve infection prevention policies and procedures in compliance with CDC, APIC, and other regulatory standards.
- Analyze and report complex infection control data to improve patient outcomes and financial performance.
- Serve as a subject matter expert in outbreak response, surveillance, and program development.
- Foster collaboration across departments and cultivate a culture of safety, accountability, and innovation.
What We're Looking ForEducation & Experience:Required:- Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN)
- Minimum 5 years of infection prevention experience in a hospital setting
- At least 3 years of recent acute care experience in infection prevention, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities
Licensure & CertificationsRequired:- Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) by the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology
- Current Texas RN License (for nursing candidates)
Skills & Knowledge:- Advanced expertise in infection control, epidemiology, infectious diseases, and sterilization practices
- Strong leadership, communication, and change management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), data visualization tools (QI Macros), and electronic health record (EHR) platforms
- Demonstrated ability to lead performance improvement and analyze complex data sets to support strategic decisions
Why Join Us? At University Health, you won't just lead-you'll inspire. You'll be empowered to create meaningful change in a role that blends clinical expertise with strategic leadership in a dynamic and supportive environment.
- Make a measurable impact on patient safety and healthcare quality
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams across hospitals and clinics
- Grow your career with professional development opportunities
- Lead innovation in one of healthcare's most critical disciplines
Ready to Lead with Purpose?- Take the next step in your infection prevention career.
- Apply now to become our next Infection Preventionist Manager and help shape the future of healthcare safety.
