The Program Manager of Infection Prevention oversees and coordinates the hospital's infection control program, including surveillance, data analysis, and reporting of healthcare-associated infections.
They develop evidence-based policies meeting regulatory standards, train staff on infection prevention, and serve as a resource and leader in infection control initiatives.
The Manager has authority to implement policies, monitor prevention activities, and evaluate their effectiveness.
Required skills include a Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Microbiology, Public Health, or related field, and a CIC certification (obtained within 2 years if not already held).
Experience of at least 2 years in infection prevention, strong knowledge of infection control principles, and analytical skills are preferred.