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VHCHealth

Infection Prevention Manager

Arlington, VA · On-site

Experience with CDC NHSN surveillance methodologies and healthcare-associated infection reporting. * Knowledge of CMS, Joint Commission, DNV, OSHA, CDC, and APIC infection prevention requirements.

VHC Health

Infection Prevention Manager

Arlington, VA · On-site

$110K - $209K/yr

Experience with CDC NHSN surveillance methodologies and healthcare-associated infection reporting. * Knowledge of CMS, Joint Commission, DNV, OSHA, CDC, and APIC infection prevention requirements.

VHC Health

Infection Prevention Manager

Arlington, VA · On-site

$110K - $209K/yr

Experience with CDC NHSN surveillance methodologies and healthcare-associated infection reporting. * Knowledge of CMS, Joint Commission, DNV, OSHA, CDC, and APIC infection prevention requirements.

Jobtailor

Director, Infection Prevention

Glendale, AZ · On-site

Conduct surveillance, analysis, and reporting * Design, lead, and maintain a hospital-based infection prevention and control program * Direct, manage, and operate the infection prevention and control ...

VHC Health

Infection Prevention Manager

Arlington, VA · On-site

Experience with CDC NHSN surveillance methodologies and healthcare-associated infection reporting. * Knowledge of CMS, Joint Commission, DNV, OSHA, CDC, and APIC infection prevention requirements.

Bayhealth

Infection Prevention Specialist

Dover, DE · On-site

Responsibilities: 1. Conducts surveillance activities in compliance with the current Infection Prevention Risk Analysis and departmental surveillance plan. 2. Integrates the Infection Prevention ...

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How much do surveillance infection prevention jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for surveillance infection prevention in the United States is $42.35, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38.94 and $44.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a surveillance infection prevention specialist?

A Surveillance Infection Prevention specialist is a healthcare professional responsible for monitoring, investigating, and analyzing infection data within healthcare settings to prevent the spread of infectious diseases. They collect and evaluate data on healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), identify patterns or outbreaks, and work with clinical teams to implement effective infection control strategies. Their work is essential for maintaining patient safety, complying with regulatory requirements, and improving overall healthcare quality.

How does a surveillance infection prevention professional typically collaborate with clinical staff to address infection risks?

Surveillance Infection Prevention professionals work closely with clinical staff by monitoring infection data, identifying trends, and providing timely feedback on infection control practices. They often conduct rounds, participate in interdisciplinary meetings, and offer education on best practices to reduce infection risks. This collaboration ensures that frontline staff are aware of current infection prevention protocols and fosters a team approach to maintaining patient safety.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a surveillance infection prevention specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Surveillance Infection Prevention Specialist, you need a strong background in epidemiology, infection control principles, and typically a degree in nursing, microbiology, or public health, often accompanied by CIC (Certification in Infection Control) credentials. Familiarity with infection surveillance software, electronic health records (EHRs), and data analysis tools is essential. Exceptional attention to detail, critical thinking, and effective communication skills help you interpret data and educate healthcare staff. These competencies are vital to accurately detect infection trends, implement prevention strategies, and ensure patient and staff safety within healthcare environments.

What is the difference between Surveillance Infection Prevention vs Infection Control Practitioner?

AspectSurveillance Infection PreventionInfection Control Practitioner
CertificationsCPH, CIC, or equivalentCPH, CIC, or equivalent
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilitiesHospitals, long-term care, healthcare settings
Primary FocusMonitoring infection data, identifying trendsImplementing infection prevention protocols
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare organizations, public health agenciesHospitals, healthcare systems, clinics

Surveillance Infection Prevention specialists focus on monitoring infection data and identifying trends to prevent outbreaks, while Infection Control Practitioners implement protocols to control and reduce infections. Both roles require similar certifications and work in healthcare settings, but their core responsibilities differ in focus and daily tasks.

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Infographic showing various Surveillance Infection Prevention job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 66% Full Time, 29% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $88,084 per year, or $42.3 per hour.

Dir Infection Prevention

Fort Worth, TX • On-site

JPS Health Network
Health Care and Social Assistance • 5 - 10K employees
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Full-time

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JPS Health Network rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

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Job description

Description: The Director Infection Prevention is responsible for directing, managing and ensuring compliance with the Infection Prevention and Control standards of the organization. This job serves as a resource for the organization, health system, and community on infection prevention and control issues. This role also acts as a key facilitator for Joint Commission (JC) preparation and is a primary resource for the continued readiness team on all standards related to infection prevention and control.

Typical Duties:

  1. Prepares department operating budgets on an annual basis and monitors areas of responsibility for compliance within current budget.

  2. Prepares and administers departmental performance evaluations.

  3. Promotes departmental and organizational activities for providing courteous customer service to patients, families, visitors and internal customers.

  4. Participates in leadership development activities; implements strategies and processes to improve employee morale and performance.

  5. Works with physicians, organizational leaders, community leaders, and staff to promote understanding of infection prevention and control (IPC) regulations and functions.

  6. Completes hospital's mandatory knowledge and competency documentation requirements within designated timeframe.

  7. Directs, supervises and supports functions of the Department of Infection Prevention staff.

  8. Detects and records nosocomial infections on a systematic and current basis using National Healthcare Safety Network definitions and reports them to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

  9. Develops plans for and provides leadership to the implementation of efforts to reduce common nosocomial infections within the institution including but not limited to catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI), central line-associated blood stream infections (CLABSI), Clostridium difficile infection, surgical site infections, methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infection, and ventilator-associated events.

  10. Performs daily reviews of microbiology epidemiological report to detect clustering of pathogenic organisms in patient population.

  11. Oversees preparation of IPC Surveillance data presented to the Infection Prevention and Control Committee (IPCC). Immediately informs the Medical Director of Infection Control and Prevention of surveillance findings involving unusual organisms or clustering.

  12. Conducts epidemiologic investigations of these findings with the assistance of the Medical Director of Infection Control and Prevention.

  13. Monitors isolation practices and Standard Precautions while conducting surveillance activities on nursing units and in hospital departments. Reports identified problems to the manager of that particular unit.

  14. Supervises staff by determining workloads and schedules; evaluates and makes hiring, corrective action and termination recommendations; and ensures staff are oriented, trained and are following health system policies and departmental procedures.

  15. Leads the drafting of the annual IPC plan for the organization and ensures that it is fully implemented once approved.

  16. Performs other job related duties as assigned.

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Who We AreJPS Health Network is a $950 million, tax-supported healthcare system in North Texas. Licensed for 582 beds, the network features over 25 locations across Tarrant County, with John Peter Smith Hospital a Level I Trauma Center, Tarrant County's only psychiatric emergency center, and the largest hospital-based family medical residency program in the nation. The health network employs more than 7,200 people. We're more than a hospital. We're 7,200 of the most dedicated people you could ever meet. Our goal is to make sure the people of our community get the care they need and deserve. Also, to provide high quality, compassionate clinical care for every patient, every time.

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Health care and social assistance

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5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Fort Worth, TX, US

Year founded

1877

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