Job Description
Assists in the planning, organizing and direction of departmental activities in collaboration with the Director and Medical Director.
Assists in the establishment of performance and productivity standards for the Infection Preventionists. Provides input into the hiring, disciplining, training and development and performance reviews.
Serves as a liaison with the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and the Baltimore City and County Health Departments regarding reporting of communicable diseases, particularly tuberculosis.
Performs the duties of an Infection Preventionist as needed.
Company Description
Renowned as the academic flagship of the University of Maryland Medical System, our Magnet®-designated facility is a nationally recognized, academic medical center with opportunities across the continuum of care. Come join UMMC and discover the atmosphere where talents and ideas come together to enhance patient care and advance the science of nursing. Located in downtown Baltimore near the Inner Harbor and Camden Yards, you won't find a more vibrant place to work!
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited School of Nursing, Medical Technology, or a related field or equivalent is required. • Master's degree is preferred. • Current licensure in the State of Maryland as a Registered Nurse or certification as a Registered Medical Technologist is required. • Certification from the Association for Practitioners in Infection Control (APIC) as an Infection Control Practitioner is required. • Two years as an Infection Preventionist with supervisory experience is required.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation
Pay Range: $42.64-$64
Other Compensation (if applicable): Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide
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