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Infection Preventionist, Ambulatory

Mass General Brigham Medical Group, Inc.
United States, Massachusetts, Somerville
399 Revolution Drive (Show on map)
Apr 03, 2026
This role coordinates and supports infection prevention and control initiatives across a diverse network of ambulatory sites, driving consistent, high-quality standards of care. Responsibilities include ongoing surveillance, outbreak investigation, and required reporting through both NHSN and non-NHSN systems. The position also conducts Environment of Care rounds, identifies potential risks, and communicates findings and recommendations clearly to leadership. Serving as a trusted educator, this role provides both formal and informal training to clinical and non-clinical staff at all levels, helping to build awareness and strengthen best practices across the organization. Collaboration is central, with close partnership across Occupational Health, Environmental Health & Safety, Compliance, and Facilities teams to ensure a coordinated approach to infection prevention. The role also ensures adherence to all local, state, and federal regulations while advancing continuous improvement efforts through the development and implementation of strategies that reduce infection risk and enhance patient and staff safety across the ambulatory setting. Education Bachelor's degree in Health Sciences or a related field such as Nursing required Master's degree in Infection Control, Public Health, Epidemiology, or a related field preferred Licensure & Certification Registered Nurse (RN) license strongly preferred Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) through CBIC preferred (or obtain within 2 years of start date) Experience At least three years of clinical healthcare experience required. At least 2 years of ambulatory infection prevention experience strongly preferred. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Demonstrated expertise in infection prevention and control practices required. Strong understanding of regulatory requirements related to infection control (local, state, and federal) required. Experience with CDC National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) and other surveillance systems for healthcare-associated infections required. Familiarity with performance metrics and benchmarking tools (e.g., Vizient, Leapfrog, CMS) Strong analytical skills, including data interpretation, statistical analysis, and report writing Mass General Brigham Medical Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.