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Oceanside Center

Infection Preventionist

Hampton, NH · On-site

$53 - $55/hr

Infection Prevention - Control Activities, Outcome - Process Surveillance, Outbreak Management, and ... Free 24/7 virtual health care provided by licensed doctors for all Anthem medically-enrolled ...

Oceanside Center

Infection Preventionist

Hampton, NH · On-site

$53 - $55/hr

Infection Prevention - Control Activities, Outcome - Process Surveillance, Outbreak Management, and ... Free 24/7 virtual health care provided by licensed doctors for all Anthem medically-enrolled ...

Oceanside Center

Infection Preventionist

Hampton, NH · On-site

$53 - $55/hr

Infection Prevention - Control Activities, Outcome - Process Surveillance, Outbreak Management, and ... Free 24/7 virtual health care provided by licensed doctors for all Anthem medically-enrolled ...

Dunbar Center

Infection Preventionist, RN

Dunbar, WV · On-site

$84K - $86K/yr

Infection Prevention - Control Activities, Outcome - Process Surveillance, Outbreak Management, and ... Free 24/7 virtual health care provided by licensed doctors for all Anthem medically-enrolled ...

Dunbar Center

Infection Preventionist, RN

Dunbar, WV · On-site

$84K - $86K/yr

Infection Prevention - Control Activities, Outcome - Process Surveillance, Outbreak Management, and ... Free 24/7 virtual health care provided by licensed doctors for all Anthem medically-enrolled ...

Dunbar Center

Infection Preventionist, RN

Dunbar, WV

$84K - $86K/yr

Infection Prevention - Control Activities, Outcome - Process Surveillance, Outbreak Management, and ... Free 24/7 virtual health care provided by licensed doctors for all Anthem medically-enrolled ...

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How much do virtual infection prevention jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for virtual 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 the difference between Virtual Infection Prevention vs Virtual Infection Control?

AspectVirtual Infection PreventionVirtual Infection Control
CertificationsCPIP, CIC, or similarCPIP, CIC, or similar
Work EnvironmentRemote, healthcare settings, clinicsRemote, healthcare settings, clinics
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, clinics, healthcare organizationsHospitals, clinics, healthcare organizations
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles, job duties, qualificationsUnderstanding roles, job duties, qualifications

Virtual Infection Prevention and Virtual Infection Control roles share similar credentials, work environments, and industry usage. Both focus on preventing and controlling infections in healthcare settings remotely. The main difference lies in their specific focus: Infection Prevention emphasizes proactive strategies to prevent infections, while Infection Control concentrates on managing and responding to infection outbreaks. Understanding these distinctions helps job seekers identify the right role based on their skills and career goals.

What is a Virtual Infection Preventionist?

A Virtual Infection Preventionist is a healthcare professional who remotely monitors, advises, and supports healthcare facilities in implementing infection prevention and control measures. Utilizing digital tools, they conduct surveillance, provide staff education, review policies, and help manage outbreaks from a remote location. This role enables healthcare organizations to maintain high standards of infection control even when onsite resources are limited. Virtual Infection Preventionists collaborate with facility staff to ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines and improve patient safety.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Virtual Infection Preventionist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Virtual Infection Preventionist, you need a background in nursing, microbiology, or public health, typically with CIC (Certification in Infection Control) credentials and experience in infection prevention practices. Proficiency with virtual communication platforms, electronic health records, and infection surveillance software is essential. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex information clearly are crucial soft skills in this role. These skills ensure effective remote monitoring, education, and coordination to prevent and control infections across healthcare settings.

How does a Virtual Infection Prevention specialist typically collaborate with on-site healthcare teams?

Virtual Infection Prevention specialists work closely with on-site healthcare providers by conducting remote assessments, reviewing infection control protocols, and providing real-time guidance via secure digital platforms. They often participate in virtual meetings, analyze data from electronic health records, and help develop action plans to address infection risks. Regular communication and clear documentation are key to building trust and ensuring effective implementation of recommendations, making strong collaboration skills essential for success in this role.
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Infographic showing various Virtual Infection Prevention job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $88,084 per year, or $42.3 per hour.
Infection Prevention Specialist II - Full Time - Wyandotte

Infection Prevention Specialist II - Full Time - Wyandotte

Henry Ford Health System

Wyandotte, MI • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision

Posted 19 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Conducts a surveillance program for nosocomial infections according to internal thresholds, external benchmarks, and legal requirements.

  • Leads or co-leads multidisciplinary teams and guides implementation plans for infection prevention and control initiatives.

  • Designs and delivers educational programs on infection prevention and control to employees, physicians, and leadership.

Henry Ford Health rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 546 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

404th of 877 rated healthcare providers

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under minimal supervision, but according to established policies and procedures,

assesses, evaluates, and provides for the needs of the professional staff in the areas of

infectious disease and infection prevention and control practices. Conducts a robust

surveillance program for nosocomial infection according to internal thresholds, external

benchmarks when available, and as required by law. Utilizes effective methodologies to

improve performance and practice, thereby reducing the risk of hospital-acquired

infections. Provides education to the multidisciplinary team and community as

appropriate.

The Infection Prevention Specialist II (IPS II) position is an advanced level position. In

addition to the required competencies of the IPS I (consultant, educator, surveillance),

the IPS II can perform complex project work with interdisciplinary groups that include

senior administrators, nursing, and medical leaders. This work is done independently

with minimal supervision from their immediate manager/director.

The IPS II leads or co-leads multi-disciplinary teams, guides implementation plans and

acts as a consultant or facilitator on infection prevention issues including outbreak

investigations, proactive infection prevention strategies, complex cases reviews, etc.

The IPS II designs and delivers educational programs to assist employees, physicians,

and leadership to meet infection prevention and control, safety, regulatory, and quality

goals.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing or other health related field required.

• Master's Degree in Nursing, Public Health, or related field preferred.

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in healthcare required – preferably in a hospital or ambulatory setting required.

• Experience in leading complex change and project management working with the multidisciplinary health care team; senior leadership.

• A professional level of knowledge of disease processes, transmission methods of infectious diseases, clinical bacteriology, clinical care practices as they relate to the planning and implementing nursing care plans preferred.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:

• A State of Michigan RN license if applicant is a nurse.

• Certification in Infection Control (CIC)

Additional Information

  • Organization: Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital

  • Department: Perform Excellence & Qual-HFWH

  • Shift: Day Job

  • Union Code: Not Applicable

    Additional Details

This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.

Overview

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services – from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford’s care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation’s most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus. Learn more at henryford.com/careers .

Benefits

The health and overall well-being of our team members is our priority. That’s why we offer support in the various components of our team’s well-being: physical, emotional, social, financial and spiritual. Our Total Rewards program includes competitive health plan options, with three consumer-driven health plans (CDHPs), a PPO plan and an HMO plan. Our team members enjoy a number of additional benefits, ranging from dental and eye care coverage to tuition assistance, family forming benefits, discounts to dozens of businesses and more. Employees classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

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About Henry Ford Health

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Henry Ford Health provides a full continuum of services from Primary and Preventative care, to Complex and Cpecialty care, Health Insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, Virtual care, Pharmacy, Eye care and other Healthcare retail. It is one of the Nation’s leading Academic Medical Centers, recognized for Clinical excellence in Cancer care, Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery, Neurology and Neurosurgery, Orthopedics and Sports medicine, and Multi organ transplants. Consistently ranked among the top five NIH funded institutions in Michigan, Henry Ford Health engages in more than 2,000 research projects annually. Equally committed to educating the next generation of Health Professionals, Henry Ford Health trains more than 4,000 Medical students, Residents and fellows every year across 50+ accredited programs. With more than 33,000 valued team members, Henry Ford Health is also among Michigan’s largest and most Diverse employers, including nearly 6,000 physicians and researchers from the Henry Ford Medical Group, Henry Ford Physician Network and Jackson Health Network.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Detroit, MI, US

Year founded

1915

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