Immunization and Infection Prevention Manager

Posting Number
req26474

Department
Campus Health and Wellness

Department Website Link
Campus Health

Location
Tucson Campus

Address
Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

The University of Arizona, Campus Health Service (CHS) seeks a qualified candidate for the position of Nursing Manger II (Immunization and Infection Prevention Manager). This position is responsible for providing quality nursing care to Campus Health Service (CHS) patients and overseeing the Immunization and Travel Clinic, Workforce Member (WFM) Compliance Program, and Infection Prevention Program. This position provides supervision and operational leadership to support clinical services, regulatory compliance, quality improvement initiatives, and evidence-based nursing practices across multiple Campus Health departments.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

Immunizationand Travel Clinic:

• Dailymanagement of the Immunization & Travel Clinic operations to ensurecompliance with national, state, university, and regulatory agency regulations,including Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Care (AAAHC) accreditationstandards.
• Manages theordering, inventory, and storage of vaccines.
• Oversees staffthat maintain immunization standing orders, policies, and vaccine informationsheets.
• Keeps up to datewith the immunization and information via the Advisory Committee onImmunization Practices (ACIP), Immunize.org and other resources.
• Participates inquality improvement project.
• Collects dataand review clinical reports on performance metrics of the Immunization/TravelClinics.
• Liaison withStudy Abroad programs, or delegate to current staff.
• Liaison withMedical Records regarding immunization requirements.
• Serves on committeesassigned.

WorkforceMember (WFM) Compliance Program

• Oversees workforce members in partnership with Department of Occupational Health (OH),Environmental Health & Safety (EHS).
• Serves as apoint of contact for EHS, OH, Pima County Health Department, and WFMs.

InfectionPrevention Program

• Remains up todate on information related to infection prevention though the Association forProfessional in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC); Centers for DiseaseControl and Prevention (CDC); and the National Institutes of Health (NIH).Obtain or maintain APIC Infection Prevention Certification.
• Compiles AnnualInfection Prevention Summary, Risk Assessment and Focus Priority assessments.
• Leads theInfection Prevention Committee meetings and serve as Quality Improvementcommittee member.
• Reviews andupdate WFM Educational Modules.
• Manages annualTuberculosis Surveillance Program and reporting.

Cross Trainingand Clinical Operations Support

• This positionwill cross train with the Clinical Nursing Supervisor to provide operationaland clinical leadership support as needed. Responsibilities may include:
  
  • Maintainingfamiliarity with triage processes, patient flow, and daily clinical operations.
  • Assisting withoversight and supervision of Medical Assistants, including providing guidanceand support to ensure efficient clinic operations.
  • Coordinatingand facilitating Immunization and Medical Clinic Nursing staff meetings,including agenda development, communication, and follow up on action items.
  • Promoting teamengagement, participation, collaboration, and staff morale through positiveleadership and effective communication.
  • Serving as aresource to nursing and support staff and assisting with operational needsduring periods of increased workload or supervisor absence.

Knowledge,Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge ofAccreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC)regulation/standards of care.
• Knowledge ininfection and prevention practices.
• Knowledge ofoccupational health immunization requirements.
• Knowledge of qualityimprovement techniques and data collection.
• Knowledge ofMicrosoft Office suite applications, including Excel.
• Knowledge ofZoom and skill in scheduling and conducting virtual meetings.
• ProjectManagement skills.
• HealthInformatics skills.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Minimum of five years of related work experience, including two years of managerial experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Licensed in the State of Arizona as a Registered Nurse.
• Must have a valid driver's license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• APIC Certification in Infection Prevention.

FLSA
Exempt

Full Time/Part Time
Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week
40

Job FTE
1.0

Work Calendar
Fiscal

Job Category
Health Care and Wellness

Benefits Eligible
Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay
$75,540 - $98,201

Compensation Type
salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade
10

Compensation Guidance
The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

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Career Stream and Level
M2

Job Family
Nursing

Job Function
Health Care & Wellness

Type of criminal background check required:
Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to job duties)

Number of Vacancies
1

Target Hire Date
8/3/2026

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates
[email protected]

Open Date
7/13/2026

Open Until Filled
Yes

Documents Needed to Apply
Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant