Director, Infection Prevention
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Director, Infection Prevention
communitymedical· Director & Vice President
About this role
Overview
Come lead patient safety and infection prevention efforts across the region's largest healthcare network — shaping strategies that protect patients, strengthen clinical outcomes and advance a culture of high reliability. This is an opportunity to partner directly with executive leaders, physicians and frontline teams to drive meaningful, system-wide change while serving as the organization's leading voice in safety and infection prevention. Join a mission-driven organization where your expertise will have a direct and lasting impact on the health of the communities we serve.
Opportunities for you!
- Consecutively recognized as a top employer by For
- Eligible for annual incentive program, progressive sign-on incentive and comprehensive relocation package
- Community University leadership training courses
- Tuition reimbursement, education programs and scholarships
- Vacation time accrues from Day 1 at the maximum allowable accrual rate
- 403(b)-retirement plan with leading matching contributions, as well as a 457(b) plan
- Great on-demand dining options, plus free parking and EV charging ordering
Commitment to diversity and inclusion is a cornerstone of our culture at Community. All are welcome as valued members of our community.
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Responsibilities
As the Director of Patient Safety and Infection Prevention, you will provide strategic leadership for programs that reduce preventable harm, strengthen clinical outcomes and advance a culture of safety across Community Regional Medical Center and Fresno Heart & Surgical Hospital. You will partner with executive leaders, physicians, nursing, pharmacy and interdisciplinary teams to drive quality and safety initiatives, oversee patient safety reporting and performance improvement activities and ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements.
In collaboration with the Infection Prevention Medical Director, you will serve as Infection Control Officer, directing infection prevention, surveillance, outbreak response and communicable disease preparedness efforts. You’ll also lead departmental operations, including policy development, budget management, workforce planning and employee development to ensure a high-performing and accountable team.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or another licensed clinical healthcare discipline required.
- Five (5) years of progressively responsible clinical experience in an acute care healthcare setting required.
- Five (5) years of leadership experience in patient safety, infection prevention, quality, risk management, or a closely related clinical discipline required.
- Demonstrated success leading organization-wide quality, patient safety, or infection prevention initiatives required.
- Experience with regulatory readiness, accreditation surveys, infection surveillance, and continuous performance improvement required.
Licenses and Certifications
- RN - Current and valid Registered Nurse license to work within the state of California required. Candidates with an unrestricted California license in another applicable clinical profession (e.g., Registered Pharmacist or other licensed healthcare professional) may be considered when they possess exceptional qualifications in patient safety, infection prevention, and healthcare quality leadership.
- Certified in Infection Control (CIC) required within three (3) years of hire or transfer into the position.
Disclaimers
• Pay ranges listed are an estimate and subject to change.• If any bonuses are noted, they are only applicable to external hires meeting criteria.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Director, Infection Prevention role at communitymedical?
The listed salary for this Director, Infection Prevention position at communitymedical is USD 82–105/yr. This is an OTHER role.
Where is the Director, Infection Prevention position at communitymedical located?
This Director, Infection Prevention role at communitymedical is based in Fresno, CA, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Director, Infection Prevention role at communitymedical full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a Director, Infection Prevention role in the Director & Vice President department at communitymedical.
Which team or department does the Director, Infection Prevention at communitymedical belong to?
This Director, Infection Prevention position is part of the Director & Vice President department at communitymedical. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Director, Infection Prevention position at communitymedical?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to communitymedical's official application portal hosted on icims where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Director, Infection Prevention job at communitymedical posted?
This Director, Infection Prevention position at communitymedical was posted on Sep 16, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Director, Infection Prevention
communitymedical · 💰 USD 82–105/yr
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