Director, Infection Control

Director, Infection Control

Location: Partially Remote. Must reside in Indiana

Department: Infection Control

Schedule: Day Shift | Full Time

Salary: $118,129.00 - $159,821.00 (per year)

Eligible for annual bonus incentive

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Lead the organization's infection surveillance and remediation efforts to ensure a safe, sterile environment for every patient and staff member.

• Design and implement evidence-based program goals that align with regulatory standards while elevating the clinical quality of the entire facility.

• Build and mentor a high-performing infection control team through strategic hiring, continuous education, and proactive performance leadership.

• Analyze complex healthcare-associated infection data to provide actionable insights that directly improve patient outcomes and minimize risks.

• Direct the strategic allocation of resources and budgets to maintain a resilient, audit-ready infection prevention infrastructure.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Certification specializing in Infection Control credentialed from the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc. (CBIC) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date required.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Indiana Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 5 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 2 of those years being in leadership/management OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 3 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 2 of those years being in leadership/management.

What additional preferences we're seeking

• Masters degree preferred.
• 5 years of Infection Prevention experience preferred.
• 3 years leadership experience preferred.
• Partially remote with expectation of routine on-site hospital visits.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. 

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