University of California
Manager, Field Unit, Hospital Epidemiology, and Infection Prevention
University of California, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Manager, Field Unit, Hospital Epidemiology, and Infection Prevention
Infection PreventionFull Time78314BRJob SummaryThe Field Unit Manager of Hospital Epidemiology and Infection Prevention (HEIP) is responsible for managing infection prevention activities in the clinical spaces at UCSF Health. Under the direction of the Director, and in coordination with the HEIP Medical Directors, the Manager provides clinical expertise, leadership, planning, organization and general management for the Field Team. This includes but is not limited to:Managing activities related to the clinical Infection Prevention program for adult and pediatric populations at Parnassus, Mount Zion, Mission Bay, Langley Porter Psychiatric Institute and Ambulatory ServicesEnsuring accurate and timely reporting of all legally reportable communicable diseasesManaging clinical activities for institutional compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC) accreditation Infection Prevention and associated standards for the hospital and laboratory programs and other certifications, California Department of Public Health (CDPH) reporting regulations, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Conditions of Participation (CoP) for Hospitals, Transplant Services, and ESRDManaging the Field Team personnel and assets within budgetEnsuring institutional infection prevention-related readiness for epidemic and pandemic responsesDeveloping partnership with and Interfacing with all levels of the organizationPublicly representing UCSF Health HEIP in institutional and public forumsLiaising with the local Department of Public Health and the state Healthcare Associated Infections programRecruiting and developing highly skilled, diverse and engaged Field Team membersThe final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.To see the salary range for this position (we recommend that you make a note of the job code and use that to look up): TCS Non-Academic Titles Search (https://tcs.ucop.edu/non-academic-titles)Please note: An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role.For roles covered by a bargaining unit agreement, there will be specific rules about where a new hire would be placed on the range.To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.htmlDepartment DescriptionThe Field Unit Manager of Hospital Epidemiology and Infection Prevention (HEIP) is responsible for managing infection prevention activities in the clinical spaces at UCSF Health. Under the direction of the Director, and in coordination with the HEIP Medical Directors, the Manager provides clinical expertise, leadership, planning, organizational and operational management for the Field Team. It is the Manager's responsibility to, among other specified duties, develop and implement the annual Infection Prevention plan; effect institutional readiness for responding to communicable diseases urgencies/emergencies, regulatory and accreditation surveys; publicly represent UCSF in institutional and public forums; recruit, hire, develop and retain excellent team members.
Required QualificationsMaster's degree in Nursing, Business Administration, Health Care Administration, Public Administration or other health-related fieldCertification in Infection PreventionThree (3) years of experience in infection prevention managementDemonstrates expertise in and knowledge of infection prevention, quality improvement methodologies, and management in an academic facilityDemonstrates project management, interpersonal, and communications skills to effectively convey information in writing and verbally, and a strong commitment to teamwork, quality, and achievement of objectivesDemonstrates ability to organize, manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and assign workDemonstrates leadership and fiscal management skills, with the ability to create a goal-oriented climate of teamwork, collaboration, and consistent achievement of objectivesDemonstrates analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with ability to identify and address system vulnerabilitiesDemonstrates leadership, interpersonal, and communications skills to promote, support, and introduce infection prevention systems and processes across a broad spectrum of departmentsDemonstrates knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements and related legislative, accreditation, licensing, and compliance environmentsDemonstrates the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely to all levels of staff, management, and outside personnel, with the ability to motivate, influence, and persuade othersServes local and national professional organizations in leadership rolesPreferred QualificationsClinical license in a healthcare-related fieldLicense/CertificationCertification in Infection PreventionAbout UCSFAt UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what's possible for the patients we serve - a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.
Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report - UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.Pride ValuesUCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.Equal Employment OpportunityThe University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.OrganizationHealthJob Code and Payroll Title006496 INFECTION PREVENTION MGR 1Job CategoryProfessional and ManagerialBargaining Unit99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)Employee ClassCareerPercentage100%LocationSan Francisco, CAShiftDaysShift Length8 HoursAdditional Shift DetailsMonday - Friday
Infection PreventionFull Time78314BRJob SummaryThe Field Unit Manager of Hospital Epidemiology and Infection Prevention (HEIP) is responsible for managing infection prevention activities in the clinical spaces at UCSF Health. Under the direction of the Director, and in coordination with the HEIP Medical Directors, the Manager provides clinical expertise, leadership, planning, organization and general management for the Field Team. This includes but is not limited to:Managing activities related to the clinical Infection Prevention program for adult and pediatric populations at Parnassus, Mount Zion, Mission Bay, Langley Porter Psychiatric Institute and Ambulatory ServicesEnsuring accurate and timely reporting of all legally reportable communicable diseasesManaging clinical activities for institutional compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC) accreditation Infection Prevention and associated standards for the hospital and laboratory programs and other certifications, California Department of Public Health (CDPH) reporting regulations, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Conditions of Participation (CoP) for Hospitals, Transplant Services, and ESRDManaging the Field Team personnel and assets within budgetEnsuring institutional infection prevention-related readiness for epidemic and pandemic responsesDeveloping partnership with and Interfacing with all levels of the organizationPublicly representing UCSF Health HEIP in institutional and public forumsLiaising with the local Department of Public Health and the state Healthcare Associated Infections programRecruiting and developing highly skilled, diverse and engaged Field Team membersThe final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.To see the salary range for this position (we recommend that you make a note of the job code and use that to look up): TCS Non-Academic Titles Search (https://tcs.ucop.edu/non-academic-titles)Please note: An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role.For roles covered by a bargaining unit agreement, there will be specific rules about where a new hire would be placed on the range.To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.htmlDepartment DescriptionThe Field Unit Manager of Hospital Epidemiology and Infection Prevention (HEIP) is responsible for managing infection prevention activities in the clinical spaces at UCSF Health. Under the direction of the Director, and in coordination with the HEIP Medical Directors, the Manager provides clinical expertise, leadership, planning, organizational and operational management for the Field Team. It is the Manager's responsibility to, among other specified duties, develop and implement the annual Infection Prevention plan; effect institutional readiness for responding to communicable diseases urgencies/emergencies, regulatory and accreditation surveys; publicly represent UCSF in institutional and public forums; recruit, hire, develop and retain excellent team members.
Required QualificationsMaster's degree in Nursing, Business Administration, Health Care Administration, Public Administration or other health-related fieldCertification in Infection PreventionThree (3) years of experience in infection prevention managementDemonstrates expertise in and knowledge of infection prevention, quality improvement methodologies, and management in an academic facilityDemonstrates project management, interpersonal, and communications skills to effectively convey information in writing and verbally, and a strong commitment to teamwork, quality, and achievement of objectivesDemonstrates ability to organize, manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and assign workDemonstrates leadership and fiscal management skills, with the ability to create a goal-oriented climate of teamwork, collaboration, and consistent achievement of objectivesDemonstrates analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with ability to identify and address system vulnerabilitiesDemonstrates leadership, interpersonal, and communications skills to promote, support, and introduce infection prevention systems and processes across a broad spectrum of departmentsDemonstrates knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements and related legislative, accreditation, licensing, and compliance environmentsDemonstrates the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely to all levels of staff, management, and outside personnel, with the ability to motivate, influence, and persuade othersServes local and national professional organizations in leadership rolesPreferred QualificationsClinical license in a healthcare-related fieldLicense/CertificationCertification in Infection PreventionAbout UCSFAt UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what's possible for the patients we serve - a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.
Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report - UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.Pride ValuesUCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.Equal Employment OpportunityThe University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.OrganizationHealthJob Code and Payroll Title006496 INFECTION PREVENTION MGR 1Job CategoryProfessional and ManagerialBargaining Unit99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)Employee ClassCareerPercentage100%LocationSan Francisco, CAShiftDaysShift Length8 HoursAdditional Shift DetailsMonday - Friday