Director of Infection Control/Emp Health/Environmental Serv

Category:  Nursing Administration

At Wallowa Memorial Hospital and Medical Clinics, we value compassion, respect and integrity in all that we do. As a member of our team, you can expect a fulfilling career alongside like-minded professionals who are dedicated to delivering premier care to the residents of Wallowa County.

We treat every employee like a valued member of the family and offer an exciting opportunity to contribute to a nationally recognized, world-class healthcare facility. Wallowa Memorial has been named one of the Top 20 Critical Access Hospitals in the nation and honored as a Top Place to Work in Healthcare for 5 consecutive years.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Director of Infection Control, Employee Health, and Environmental Services provides strategic and operational leadership for programs that ensure a safe, healthy, and clean environment for patients, staff, and visitors. This position oversees the hospital’s infection prevention and control program, employee health initiatives, and environmental services operations. In a small rural hospital setting, the Director serves as both a hands-on leader and a subject matter expert, fostering a culture of safety, quality, and accountability across all departments.  

This position will also lead or participate in the following committees: Wellness, Physical Environment and Patient Safety, and Antimicrobial Stewardship.

EDUCATON & EXPERIENCE: 

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing (Bachelor’s degree preferred).
• Current Oregon RN License and BLS required.
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) or willingness to obtain within 18 months.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in infection prevention, employee health, or hospital operations.
• Leadership experience in a healthcare or environmental services setting preferred.
• Experience in a small or rural hospital environment strongly valued.
• Must possess a thorough knowledge of infectious disease and epidemiologic principles, sterilization, sanitation and disinfection practices, adult education principles and patient care practices.

Infection Control - Emp. Health - EVS Director.pdf

EEOC/ACCOMMODATION STATEMENT:

Wallowa County Health Care District is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of background and drug screenings. Please note that we adhere to federal guidelines regarding prohibited substances, including those that may be legal under state law.

Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruitment process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department for assistance.

Paper applications may be obtained at Wallowa Memorial Hospital.

Please email Anna, HR Executive, at anna.hayter@wchcd.org for any further inquiries.