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A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally.  Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems.  In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day 2:1 Match on retirement savingsResponsibilities*Investigate clusters or outbreaks of infection using fundamental statistics or data tools. Develop, review, evaluate and implement infection prevention and control policies to improve quality of care. Consult with department and administrative staff on infection prevention and control issues. Represent department/team at unit/institutional meetings. Intermediate Infection Preventionists make decisions within the scope of their responsibilities and collaborate with IPE mentors, accreditation agencies, health departments and high-level disinfection project manager on infection prevention-related issues.Conduct IP assessments/rounding and perform coaching on infection prevention priorities such as The Joint Commission, hand hygiene and healthcare-associated infection prevention.Participate in interdisciplinary quality improvement projects.Collect, review, analyze and interpret surveillance data.Recommend appropriate actions to clinicians and administrators targeted to eliminate infectious risks in patients and staff. Conduct activities related to exposure of patients andLead daily departmental huddles and other department level meetingsParticipate in teaching opportunities in School of Public Health/School of Nursing or equivalentRequired Qualifications*MPH with relevant classwork or experience in Infection Prevention, healthcare, public health, laboratory or related field Ability to work independently and as part of a teamStrong written and verbal communication skillsData collection and analysis, report writing and data presentation skillsAbility to use a variety of computer programs and software applications to apply epidemiologic principlesDesired Qualifications*Board certified in Infection Prevention (CIC)Minimum of 5 years of experience in infection preventionModes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.