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The Palazzo

Infection Prevention/ TX Nurse

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Infection Control directs managerial functions of planning, organizing, coordinating ... wound management, etc. * Provides information to resident and family members on prevention ...

The Palazzo

Infection Prevention/ TX Nurse

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Infection Control directs managerial functions of planning, organizing, coordinating ... wound management, etc. * Provides information to resident and family members on prevention ...

The Palazzo

Infection Prevention/ TX Nurse

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Infection Control directs managerial functions of planning, organizing, coordinating ... wound management, etc. * Provides information to resident and family members on prevention ...

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Director Infection Prevention

Yuma, AZ · On-site

$121.60 - $194.56/hr

Evaluates and manages investigations of infection related outbreaks, implements appropriate control measures and monitors effectiveness of control measures. Assists in the development of annual Board ...

USPI, INC.

Clinical Abstractor Nurse

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Provides Infection Control post-operative surveillance, data collection, assessment, measurement ... The timely management and reporting of any safety/security issue or occurrence. What We Offer As an ...

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How much do infection control manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for infection control manager in Arizona is $48.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35.19 and $58.89 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an Infection Control Manager do?

An Infection Control Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring policies and procedures that aim to prevent and control the spread of infectious diseases within healthcare facilities. They oversee infection prevention programs, conduct staff training, and ensure compliance with health regulations and guidelines. Their role is critical in safeguarding the health of patients, staff, and visitors by minimizing the risks of healthcare-associated infections.

What are some of the main challenges an Infection Control Manager faces when implementing new protocols across diverse departments?

Infection Control Managers often encounter challenges such as varying levels of staff compliance, differences in department workflows, and resistance to change when introducing new protocols. Effective communication and ongoing training are essential to foster understanding and adherence among multidisciplinary teams. Additionally, managers must stay updated on evolving regulations and evidence-based practices, ensuring protocols are both practical and up-to-date. Building strong relationships with department heads can help address concerns and facilitate smoother implementation.

What is the difference between Infection Control Manager vs Infection Prevention Coordinator?

AspectInfection Control ManagerInfection Prevention Coordinator
CertificationsCPH, CIC, or similarCPH, CIC, or similar
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilitiesHospitals, outpatient clinics, public health agencies
ResponsibilitiesDeveloping policies, overseeing infection control programs, staff trainingImplementing infection prevention protocols, data collection, staff education

Both roles focus on preventing infections in healthcare settings and often require similar certifications. The Infection Control Manager typically has broader oversight and policy development responsibilities, while the Infection Prevention Coordinator concentrates on implementing protocols and staff education. Both positions are vital for maintaining safety standards in healthcare environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Infection Control Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Infection Control Manager, you need a strong background in microbiology, epidemiology, and healthcare regulations, typically supported by a nursing or public health degree and relevant certifications such as CIC (Certification in Infection Control). Familiarity with surveillance systems, data analysis tools, and compliance software is essential for monitoring and controlling infection risks. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills help you educate staff and coordinate effective infection prevention strategies. These skills and qualities are crucial for minimizing healthcare-associated infections, ensuring regulatory compliance, and protecting patient and staff safety.
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Infographic showing various Infection Control Manager job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,541 per year, or $48.3 per hour.

Senior Infection Preventionist JCL

Honorhealth

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

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Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 209 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

157th of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Primary City/State:

John C Lincoln - 250 E Dunlap Ave Phoenix, AZ 85020

Category:

Healthcare Support

Shift:

Day

Department:

Quality Improvement Division

HonorHealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center

North Mountain - Central and Dunlap Ave.

Great care starts with great people. (Like you.)

At HonorHealth, you'll find something special. From humble beginnings in 1927 to one of Arizona's largest nonprofit healthcare systems, our culture is built on warmth and neighborly kindness. Behind every smile is a highly skilled professional with deep expertise and an unwavering dedication to what matters most - caring for the health and well-being of people and communities across the greater Phoenix area.

Responsibilities:

JOB SUMMARY

This Infection Preventionist acts as a resource and consultant to all clinical, support and management services and medical staff regarding infection prevention and control. Applies epidemiologic principals and statistical methods, including risk stratification, identifies target populations, analyzes trends and risk factors and designs and evaluates the effectiveness of the infection prevention program and approaches. Demonstrates knowledge of principles related to infection prevention and control including microbiology, epidemiology, standards and technology of patient care, infectious diseases, sterilization, sanitation and disinfection practices and adult education principles.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Provide direction for comprehensive infection prevention and control surveillance activities including routine patient-focused and microbiological surveillance, outbreak investigation, environment and construction surveillance, and communicable disease reporting. Interpret surveillance data and present the information to the Infection Prevention and Control Committee and hospital/medical staff departments. Consistently utilizes the CDC/NHSN criteria to evaluate and assign healthcare associated versus community acquired infection status. Possess a comprehensive knowledge of NHSN and submit data to the CDC/NHSN database according to CMS requirements. Direct and assist in preparing reports and statistical data for the infection control committee, and the facility's administration and other committees as needed.
  • Lead and participate in local infection prevention improvement programs with special focus on CLABSI, CAUTI, C.difficile and MRSA, along with Surgical Site infection reductions strategies. Guide the implementation of best practices using recommendations from APIC, CDC, SHEA and other infection prevention agencies as appropriate.
  • Develop and maintain a comprehensive infection prevention and control plan for the facility based on most current scientific knowledge and evidence-based practice. Serve as a resource to the facility for interpretation and guidance on adherence of policies and procedures with infection prevention and control implications including construction, environment of care, bioterrorism and occupational health.
  • Plan and participate in providing infection-control related education programs for patients, clinical and non-clinical staff, physicians, volunteers, students and the community. Tailor programs to general, position-specific and individual learning needs and makes recommendations for staff development.
  • Serve as a consultant to the facility in providing recommendations on appropriate patient care supplies, sterilization, disinfection and cleaning supplies, and safe needle products utilizing the latest evidence-based knowledge and the principles of epidemiology
  • Serve as a resource to the facility on infection prevention and control-related aspects of construction, environment of care, disasters and bioterrorism/epidemic detection and response.
  • Perform annual facility risk assessment and next years' annual goal development based on outcome measures and a comprehensive assessment of the previous year.
  • Acts as Liaison with county public health
  • Consults with administration, legal/risk management, physicians, and staff on complex situations involving patients, staff, and the environment.
  • Respond and participate in facility approach to emerging infectious disease situations, such as Ebola and Pandemic Influenza. Conduct facility gap assessments and shared information to inform the development of policies and procedures to meet compliance with state certification for infectious diseases as appropriate.
  • Audit and maintain compliance with national standards and regulatory bodies such as CDC, OSHA, and the FDA.
  • Participate and guide post-exposure investigation for internal and external healthcare workers in consultation with Occupational Health and outside agencies.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION
  • in Nursing, Medical Lab-Technology or health related field

EXPERIENCE
  • 2 years experience in Infection Control in an acute care setting Required
  • 5 years experience in Infection Prevention and Control in an acute care setting Preferred
  • 5 years experience in Infection Prevention in Outpatient treatment Preferred

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS
  • Certified Infection Control (CIC) - Certification Required
  • Registered Nurse (RN) - License State And/Or Compact State Licensure Preferred

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HonorHealth is a non-profit, local community healthcare system serving an area of 1.6 million people in the greater Phoenix area. The network encompasses six acute-care hospitals, an extensive medical group, outpatient surgery centers, a cancer care network, clinical research, medical education, a foundation, and community services with approximately 13,100 team members, 3,500 affiliated providers and nearly 700 volunteers. HonorHealth was formed by a merger between Scottsdale Healthcare and John C. Lincoln Health Network. HonorHealth's mission is to improve the health and well-being of those we serve.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Scottsdale, AZ, US

Year founded

2014

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