Infection Preventionist

commonspirit· Infection Control
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About this role

Where You’ll Work

CHI St. Alexius Health Dickinson, part of CommonSpirit Heath, a national nonprofit health system based in Englewood, Colorado. The faith-based system operates in 18 states and includes 103 hospitals. Additional services offered within the system are: long-term care, assisted and residential living communities, community health services organizations, home health agencies, and numerous outpatient facilities.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Infection Prevention Specialist at CHI St. Alexius Health Dickinson, you will help clinical teams and hospital leadership manage surveillance, education, and performance improvement initiatives so they can ensure the safety of patients, personnel, and visitors through the prevention of disease transmission.

 

Every day you will conduct unit rounds, monitor for healthcare-acquired infections, and provide expert clinical guidance on infection control protocols. You will be expected to oversee department operations, ensure compliance with CMS and accreditation standards, and coordinate staff training programs.

 

To be successful in this role, you must possess deep expertise in APIC-aligned infection prevention practices, have a proven track record of interpreting regulatory guidelines, and demonstrate the ability to lead and mentor clinical staff.

  • Surveillance & Compliance Oversight: Lead the facility’s infection prevention surveillance efforts, ensuring full adherence to CMS, state, and Hospital Accreditation standards through regular rounding and gap analysis.
  • Clinical Leadership & Education: Serve as the subject matter expert for infection control, identifying staff training needs, overseeing departmental workflows, and developing educational programs for all facility personnel.
  • Policy Development & Program Management: Collaborate with department leadership to implement evidence-based policies and update the Infection Prevention Program in alignment with the latest APIC guidelines and national standards.
  • Performance Improvement: Analyze infection data to identify trends, mitigate risks, and implement targeted interventions that protect patients, visitors, and staff from healthcare-acquired infections.

Job Requirements

Required

  • Bachelors, with a focus on epidemiology, upon hire. 
  • OR Associates in a healthcare-related field, upon hire.
  • AND three (3) years of healthcare-related experience.
  • Certified in Infection Control (CIC),within 24 - months of start.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

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The salary for this Infection Preventionist role at commonspirit is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Is the Infection Preventionist role at commonspirit full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a Infection Preventionist role in the Infection Control department at commonspirit.
Which team or department does the Infection Preventionist at commonspirit belong to?
This Infection Preventionist position is part of the Infection Control department at commonspirit. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Infection Preventionist position at commonspirit?
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When was the Infection Preventionist job at commonspirit posted?
This Infection Preventionist position at commonspirit was posted on Aug 27, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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