Director, Infection Control University Health - 3.9 San Antonio, TX Job Details Full-time $40.87 - $91.35 a day 9 hours ago Qualifications Management Professional ethics Microbiology testing Microbiological analysis Full Job Description

ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITMENT A

strong commitment to service excellence, positive clinical outcomes, cost efficiency, performance enhancement and high business ethics is required. Comprehensive knowledge in the area of specialty with a results oriented and patient-centered focus. Supports the strategic vision of the organization. A personal commitment to treat all Health System customers with courtesy, dignity, respect and professionalism and adherence to the University Health Commitment to Service Excellence behaviors and standards.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Directs activities and procedures relating to infection control in University Health. Determines if proper infection control procedures are being utilized and assists in the development and/or implementation of improved measures of infection control. Promotes the University Health Customer Relation's policy and possesses excellent interpersonal skills.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE A

baccalaureate degree in microbiology /medical technology OR graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing. Three years experience in clinical nursing, medical microbiology, hospital epidemiology OR infection control is required. Minimum of three years strong experience in department management. Must be familiar with identification of pathogens/methodology of antibiotic susceptibility testing; normal microbial flora of the human body and its distribution.

LICENSURE

If a professional nurse, must be currently licensed in the State of Texas. Medical Technologist must possess current licensure/registration. Certification in Infection Control is preferred.

Location:

University Health

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Infection Control & Prevention Schedule:

Full Time, Day Shift