Assistant Director Infection Prevention

Assistant Director Infection Prevention—level up your impact at a mission-driven acute care leader where innovation, teamwork, and purpose meet for a career you’ll be proud to grow every single day!

The Assistant Director Infection Prevention role is an opportunity to join a high-performing quality and safety program recognized for clinical excellence, low HAI rates, and patient-first outcomes, supported by real-time analytics dashboards, optimized EHR builds, AI-assisted decision support, and strong antimicrobial stewardship collaboration with Infectious Disease, Pharmacy, Microbiology, and Nursing; this healthcare organization embraces a Magnet-style culture, positive media momentum, modernized facilities, and innovation-forward leadership that pilots hospital-at-home, telehealth, and value-based care, making the Assistant Director Infection Prevention a visible leader in evidence-based practice, NHSN surveillance, Joint Commission readiness, and continuous improvement.

The Infection Prevention unit—also known as Infection Control or an IPC program—delivers enterprise-grade surveillance, outbreak management, construction risk mitigation, water safety oversight, device-associated infection reduction (CLABSI, CAUTI, VAE), SSI prevention, hand hygiene advancement, and front-line education; built around a collaborative team of CIC-certified professionals, data analysts, and clinical educators, it operates within a nearly 400-bed acute care hospital located within an hour of New York City, partnered with a large regional healthcare network, offers inpatient and outpatient award winning patient care services with a community feel, positioning an Infection Prevention Manager or Assistant Director Infection Prevention to drive measurable results across inpatient, outpatient, perioperative, and ambulatory settings.

Reporting to a Director of Infection Prevention or a Chief Quality/Safety leader, the Manager Infection Control will partner closely with the CMO, CNO, ID physicians, Lab Services, Facilities, EVS, Perioperative leadership, and the Quality/Patient Safety councils; supported by advanced protocols, clear order sets, and strong interdisciplinary teamwork, responsibilities include NHSN reporting and analytics, CDC/APIC-aligned policy development, risk assessments, EMR-driven surveillance automation, leadership of PI projects, construction ICRA, device and procedure bundle reliability, rounding and coaching, competency-based education, and outbreak response, all within a culture known for friendly nurses, skilled techs, compassionate providers, and a diverse team that values Just Culture, transparency, and clinician well-being for the Assistant Director Infection Prevention to thrive.

Located in southern New York State, the Senior Manager Infection Control will enjoy a lifestyle that blends Hudson Valley charm with New York City proximity—four-season outdoor adventures on scenic trails and rivers, concerts and festivals, farm-to-table cuisine, craft markets, and vibrant arts; strong schools and higher education options, a resilient job market with healthcare, tech, and creative sectors, and housing choices from historic neighborhoods to modern apartments support many stages of life; commuters appreciate reliable rail and highway access, multiple major airports for travel convenience , and walkable town centers, while residents value community diversity and inclusion, public safety, clean parks, fitness and sports amenities, pet-friendly spaces, green initiatives, and a growing local economy that balances affordability, privacy, and connectivity.

Offering competitive compensation with incentive potential, the Assistant Director Infection Control can expect a comprehensive benefits package that typically includes robust health, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings with employer match, paid time off, parental leave, tuition assistance, certification reimbursement (CIC), paid CEUs and conference support, wellness resources, and relocation assistance; for a confidential conversation and to explore next steps, connect with a Clinical Management Consultants recruiter today and turn your Assistant Director Infection Prevention career goals into momentum