System Medical Director/Hospital Epidemiologist of Infection Prevention

Job Description

Description

New opportunity for a .5 FTE MD/DO System Medical Director/Hospital Epidemiologist of Infection Prevention. 

Position is based in Vancouver, Washington (Portland metro) however the selected physician may primarily work remotely from a location in Washington, Oregon or Alaska. Join a nationally recognized community infection prevention program. Our team offers ample support and collaboration within a group of 26 Infection Preventionists.

The Medical Director will focus on the PeaceHealth mission that every patient receives safe, compassionate care; every time, every touch. This is done by minimizing the risk of healthcare-associated infections in patients, caregivers, and visitors. The System Infection Prevention Director manages the overall IPC program, with the Medical Director providing clinical expertise to the program and liaison with leadership, clinicians, and staff. The Medical Director will have the ability to develop rapport and credibility with all stakeholder groups and exhibit strong peer leadership and change management. 

Essential Functions and Responsibilities: 

• Promote the goals and objectives of the Infection Prevention & Control Department. These goals are determined annually, as documented in the IPC Risk Assessment and program goals. 
• Standing Huddles and Meetings.
• with IPC team members to contribute to goals remaining on track.
• Maintain up to date knowledge and critical understanding of healthcare epidemiology and infectious disease literature, regulatory policies, controversies, and current events.
• Use knowledge and expertise to guide the prioritization of activities, evaluation of surveillance systems, and institutional response to emerging infectious diseases.
• Act as liaison to local, state, and federal health departments for IPC-related topics.
• Participate in media communications for IPC-related topics.
• in the creation, review, and revision of documents, presentations, and publications intended for the dissemination of IPC-related surveillance, policy, and research.
• HAI Surveillance and Participation.
• Collaboration with other departments and stakeholders within PeaceHealth's three-state system, as well as working with national, state, and local public health and healthcare quality and safety organizations to foster collaborative HAI prevention improvement projects and research activities.
• Provide teaching and mentorship to students who are interested in careers in healthcare epidemiology or infection control.
• Work with Quality Patient Safety (QPS), Clinical Risk Management, and Marketing/Communications departments to ensure effective internal communication and implementation of Infection Prevention strategies and interventions.

PeaceHealth, based in Vancouver, Wash., is a non-profit Catholic health system offering care to communities in Washington, Oregon and Alaska. PeaceHealth has approximately 16,000 caregivers and nearly 3,200 physicians and clinicians, more than 160 multi-specialty clinics and 9 medical centers serving both urban and rural communities throughout the Northwest. In 1890, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace founded what has become PeaceHealth. Today, PeaceHealth is the legacy of its founding Sisters and remains dedicated to ensuring that every person receives safe, compassionate care; every time, every touch. 

Vancouver, Washington 

Look any direction and the scenery is astounding! Snow-capped mountains, nationally protected evergreen forests, the waterfall-laced Columbia River gorge, and rugged Pacific-coast beaches – all within a short 90-minute drive. The northwest is a dream come true for outdoor enthusiasts. And against that magnificent backdrop, Vancouver and neighboring Portland, Oregon offer all the best amenities of city living. What makes our area so special? A thriving arts scene, varied professional sports teams, unique neighborhoods, and a wealth of diverse culinary destinations.

Benefits (pro-rated per FTE)

• First year salary:  $156,000 based on .5 FTE
• Employment bonus
• Relocation Assistance
• Education Loan Reimbursement (if applicable)
• CME Allowance
• Medical/dental/vision/disability/life/wellness
• Retirement

If this opportunity resonates with you, please don't hesitate to reach out!

Kim Dianich, CMSR PHR, Lead Physician & Clinician Recruiter - [email protected]

The PeaceHealth Difference

Qualifications

• MD/DO from U.S. ACGME accredited residency and/or fellowship program.
• Preferred: ABIM Certification in Infectious Diseases.
• Preferred: Certification in Infection Control (CIC) or willingness to become certified.
• Completion of SHEA/CDC healthcare epidemiology course or equivalent. (May be completed after hire)
• Ability to evaluate and interpret national guidelines (e.g. SHEA, HICPAC, CDC), and to integrate guidelines appropriately based on local epidemiology and institutional policies and priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to motivate, teach, and facilitate individuals and groups, including peers.
• Ability to handle controversial issues with a professional, diplomatic, tactful communication style.
• BLS certification or ability to obtain during onboarding process.

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