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Volunteer Public Health Infection Control Jobs (NOW HIRING)

You'll step into influence immediately: partner with leaders, physicians, and public health to ... Review and update infection control policies so they reflect current standards and real workflows

Infection Control Specialist

Clovis, NM · On-site

$70K - $119K/yr

Build your career as an Infection Control Specialist and play a critical role in protecting the ... Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Public Health, Microbiology, or related healthcare field preferred.

Education Required - Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Epidemiology, Statistics, or Public Health ... Experience managing a hospital-based, Infection Control function with inpatient and ambulatory ...

Build your career as an Infection Control Specialist and play a critical role in protecting the ... Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Public Health, Microbiology, or related healthcare field preferred.

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How much do volunteer public health infection control jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for volunteer public health infection control in the United States is $19.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Volunteer Public Health Infection Control vs Volunteer Public Health Epidemiologist?

AspectVolunteer Public Health Infection ControlVolunteer Public Health Epidemiologist
Required CertificationsBasic health or infection control training, possibly CPR certificationPublic health degree or epidemiology training, often with specialized certifications
Work EnvironmentHealthcare facilities, clinics, community health programsResearch settings, government agencies, outbreak investigation teams
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, clinics, public health departmentsHealth departments, research institutions, NGOs
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for roles in infection preventionCompared for roles in disease investigation and data analysis

Volunteer Public Health Infection Control focuses on preventing and managing infections within healthcare and community settings, requiring basic health training. Volunteer Public Health Epidemiologists analyze disease patterns and investigate outbreaks, often needing more specialized public health education. Both roles support public health but differ in focus, training, and work environment.

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Infographic showing various Volunteer Public Health Infection Control job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,804 per year, or $19.1 per hour.

Infection Control Practitioner

SUNY Upstate Medical University

Syracuse, NY • On-site

Other

Posted 5 days ago


SUNY Upstate Medical University rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 59 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

80th of 617 rated colleges and universities


Job description

Job Summary:

The Infection Control Practitioner participates in institution-wide surveillance and reporting of hospital-acquired infections (HAI). The Infection Control Practitioner also participates in the investigation of infections and/or outbreaks as needed, provides consultation services to our customers, manages the hand hygiene program, and provides targeted educational activities that will support a safe environment for internal and external customers. The position requires the ability to assist in editing the content of the Infection Prevention manual, which includes the exposure control plan and the COVID-19 policies. The Infection Control Practitioner will lead and assist on quality improvement teams by providing content expertise on best practices, providing data trends, and reports to reduce HAIs.

Minimum Qualifications:

NYS Licensed/Registered (or eligible) RN, bachelor’s degree in nursing, and a minimum of 5 years related post-licensure RN experience, or an ASN and 7 years related post-licensure RN experience, or MSN with 4 years related post-licensure RN experience required.

Will also accept a bachelor’s degree in medical technology, NYS licensed (or eligible) Clinical Lab Technologist, and a minimum of 5 years clinical laboratory experience in a microbiology setting, OR a Master's in Public Health or healthcare-related field and 3 years of healthcare experience. Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills required.

*Title & salary will be commensurate with qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree, prior experience in Infection Control or related field, and certification in Infection Control preferred.

Work Days:

Monday-Friday, Days

Message to Applicants:

Title & salary will be commensurate with qualifications.

  • Infection Control Practitioner - non-RN (TH SR INSTRL SUP SP, NSSL 4)

  • Infection Control Practitioner- RN (TH NURSE EPIDMGST, NSSL 4)

Reposted on 5/8/2026 due to changes in minimum qualifications.

Recruitment Office: Human Resources


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