Coordinator, Infection Control

Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Baystate Health. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Infection Control Coordinator joining our team, you’ll play a critical role in protecting patients, staff, and the community through effective infection prevention and control practices. Join us on this meaningful journey where your clinical expertise, attention to detail, and commitment to quality will make a lasting difference in the lives of those we serve.

Our Behavioral Health team operates within a 150-bed inpatient facility focused on healing, safety, and innovation. The Infection Control Coordinator works collaboratively with nursing, clinical, medical, and administrative leadership to support a safe environment and maintain compliance with infection prevention and control standards. This position is instrumental in monitoring healthcare-associated infections, analyzing infection-related data, implementing evidence-based practices, and supporting staff education and regulatory compliance.

The Infection Control Coordinator who excels in this role will:

• Coordinate the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the organization's infection prevention and control program.
• Develop and evaluate infection prevention and control strategies, policies, procedures, and plans.
• Collect, analyze, interpret, and disseminate healthcare-associated infection data.
• Conduct infection surveillance and assist with identifying surveillance priorities and outcomes.
• Perform risk assessments and use data to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and implement departmental goals, plans, and standards consistent with clinical, administrative, legal, and ethical requirements.
• Monitor local, state, and federal regulations related to infection prevention and control.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accrediting and regulatory agencies and their standards and requirements.
• Integrate evidence-based infection prevention practices into hospital operations and clinical protocols.
• Assist with the development and delivery of infection prevention and control education for employees.
• Monitor current research and developments in infection prevention and control to identify and implement best practices.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to promote patient and employee safety.
• Support infection prevention initiatives related to communicable diseases, bloodborne pathogens, environmental safety, and healthcare-associated infections.
• Provide guidance and consultation to staff regarding infection prevention and control practices.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives designed to reduce infection risk and improve patient outcomes.
• Maintain appropriate documentation, reports, and records related to the infection prevention and control program.

Applicants should meet the following education, licensure, and experience requirements:

Minimum Education

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) required; or
• Associate of Science Degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology or Medical Laboratory Technician.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred; or
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology or Medical Laboratory Technician.

Licensure/Certification

Applicants must hold one of the following:

• Registered Nurse (RN) license; or
• MLT/MT (ASCP); or
• MLT/MT (AMT); or
• MLT/MT (HEW); or
• CLT (NCA).

Additional qualifications include:

• Strong critical-thinking and analytical skills.
• Ability to exercise decisive judgment and work with minimal supervision.
• Strong knowledge of infection prevention and control principles and practices.
• Ability to interpret infection-related data and identify trends.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a stressful, fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Commitment to patient safety, quality improvement, regulatory compliance, and evidence-based practice.
• Healthcare or behavioral health experience preferred.
• Previous infection prevention and control experience preferred.

Full-Time

Schedule and shift details will be discussed during the interview process.

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.

Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave, and paid time off.

Financial & Career Growth: Tuition assistance, certification support, loan assistance, and 401(k) with company match.

Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs, including gym memberships, virtual care, and mental health services.

Professional Development: Ongoing learning, continuing education, certification opportunities, and career advancement opportunities.

Not ready to apply or have questions? Contact DK Lyons at 850-842-8832.

Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital is a 150-bed inpatient behavioral health hospital serving the Western Massachusetts community. We provide comprehensive mental health and addiction treatment services in a modern, patient-centered environment. As a joint venture between Lifepoint Health and Baystate Health, we are committed to making communities healthier® through teamwork, compassion, and clinical excellence.

$42.55 -$57.45

Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.