Medical Director - Infection Prevention and Antimicrobial Stewardship

Are you passionate about improving healthcare outcomes and promoting patient safety? Do you have a strong background in infection prevention and antimicrobial stewardship? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as the Medical Director for Infection Prevention and Antimicrobial Stewardship at Henry Ford Health System. In this role, you will provide strategic leadership and direction for our infection prevention and antimicrobial stewardship programs, ensuring the highest level of quality and safety for our patients. As a key member of our leadership team, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, influence policy and practice, and drive initiatives to reduce healthcare-associated infections and promote appropriate antibiotic use. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced physician with a strong background in infection prevention and antimicrobial stewardship. If you are a dynamic leader with a personal commitment to improving patient outcomes, we encourage you to apply for this integral role at Henry Ford Health System.

1. Develop and implement infection prevention and antimicrobial stewardship strategies and initiatives in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to improve healthcare outcomes and promote patient safety.
2. Provide strategic leadership and direction for the infection prevention and antimicrobial stewardship programs within the organization.
3. Monitor and analyze data related to healthcare-associated infections and antibiotic use to identify areas for improvement and develop targeted interventions.
4. Develop policies and protocols for infection prevention and antimicrobial stewardship in accordance with national guidelines and best practices.
5. Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to promote appropriate antibiotic use and reduce the risk of antimicrobial resistance.
6. Serve as a subject matter expert on infection prevention and antimicrobial stewardship and provide guidance and education to healthcare staff.
7. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and drive efforts to reduce healthcare-associated infections and improve patient outcomes.
8. Stay informed about new developments and research in infection prevention and antimicrobial stewardship and incorporate best practices into program strategies.
9. Foster a culture of safety and quality by promoting a team-based approach to infection prevention and antimicrobial stewardship.
10. Represent the organization in external meetings and conferences related to infection prevention and antimicrobial stewardship.
11. Collaborate with regulatory agencies and other external stakeholders to ensure compliance with infection control and antimicrobial stewardship regulations.
12. Mentor and train other healthcare professionals on infection prevention and antimicrobial stewardship principles and practices.
13. Serve as a resource and consultant for healthcare providers and patients on infection prevention and antimicrobial stewardship matters.
14. Ensure timely reporting of infection rates and antimicrobial use to relevant authorities and stakeholders.
15. Participate in the development and monitoring of infection prevention and antimicrobial stewardship budget and resource allocation.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Medical Director - Infection Prevention and Antimicrobial Stewardship in Jackson, MI, USA is between $165,000 and $225,000 per year. This may vary based on the specific job responsibilities, level of experience, and the employer's salary structure.

The Henry Ford Health System is a comprehensive, integrated, non-profit health care organization in Metro Detroit. The corporate office is at One Ford Place, Detroit, Michigan. Henry Ford established the health system in 1915, and it is currently run by a 15-member board of trustees.