Infection Control Practitioner

Autismservices; Moose Jaw; On-site; CAD 44,356 - 53,200; Full time

Job summary

Autismservices is seeking an Infection Control Practitioner in Moose Jaw, Canada. The role involves providing infection prevention and control services within the Saskatchewan Health Authority, supporting the implementation of an effective IPAC program and consulting on related matters. Ideal candidates should possess a relevant degree and have expertise in infection control.

Additional requirements include strong communication skills and the ability to participate in quality improvement activities. The position offers a competitive salary between $44,356 to $53,200.

Qualifications

• Degree in Nursing or relevant Health Sciences degree acceptable to the Employer.
• Current Certification in Infection Control and Epidemiology (CIC) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide infection prevention and control related services within SHA.
• Support implementation and maintenance of an effective IPAC program.
• Consult on IPAC matters as an expert resource.
• Participate in quality improvement or research activities as needed.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Highly developed written and oral communication skills

Knowledge in epidemiologic principles, statistics and microbiology

Knowledge to identify, investigate & control outbreaks of infectious diseases

Ability to work in a computerized environment

Knowledge of & able to utilize principles of program development & teaching

Ability to communicate components of infection control to staff and patients

Demonstrates effective leadership and management skills

Education

Degree in Nursing or relevant Health Sciences Degree

Job description

Pay Band Infection Control Practitioner

$44,356 to $53,200 (5 step)

Job Description

Accountable to the Manager, the Infection Control Practitioner is responsible for providing infection prevention and control related services within the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) integrated service areas by supporting implementation and maintenance of an effective Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) program, providing training and education related to IPAC and infectious diseases, and by consulting on matters related to IPAC as an expert resource. The incumbent will participate in quality improvement or research activities as needed within the SHA.

Education

• Degree in Nursing or relevant Health Sciences Degree acceptable to the Employer

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

• Current Certification in Infection Control and Epidemiology (CIC) is an asset

Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Highly developed written and oral communication skills
• Knowledge in epidemiologic principles, statistics and microbiology
• Knowledge to identify, investigate & control outbreaks of infectious diseases
• Ability to work in a computerized environment
• Knowledge of & able to utilize, principles of program development & teaching
• Ability to communicate components of infection control to staff and patients
• Demonstrates effective leadership and management skills

Other Information

• Registered/eligible for registration with the appropriate authority