Infection Prevention and Control Coordinator

Northwest Employment Works; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension plan

Health benefits

EFAP and wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

Leadership development

Job summary

City of Thunder Bay is seeking an Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) Coordinator to act as a resource for health care providers, participate in risk management, and ensure compliance with standards. You will liaise with external agencies and lead IPAC education for professionals and the public, with daily surveillance and outbreak investigations as core duties.

In this role, you will develop and implement IPAC policies, monitor infection rates, and support residents, families, and care

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in a regulated Health Care Profession; eligible for Certification in Infection Control.
• Demonstrated interest in IPAC education and ongoing IPAC learning; eligible to obtain certification if not yet certified.
• Minimum three years of relevant clinical experience, including long-term care.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with external agencies and participate in IPAC activities regionally.
• Disseminate IPAC knowledge to health care professionals and the public.
• Establish baseline infection rates and monitor trends.
• Conduct daily surveillance and follow-ups on residents with resistant organisms.
• Develop and review IPAC program effectiveness.
• Create IPAC policies based on best practices and requirements.
• Provide IPAC recommendations for care practices and environment.
• Support residents, families, and staff in IPAC practices.
• Develop educational materials for professionals and the public.
• Conduct outbreak investigations and manage factors to reduce risk.

Skills

IPAC knowledge

Risk management

Staff education

Epidemiology basics

Communication skills

Education

Regulated health care degree

Epidemiology/microbiology background

Certification in Infection Control eligible

Job description

Lead with purpose. Champion well-being. Shape the future of care.

At the City of Thunder Bay, Our City Runs on People Like You. Together, we are building a workplace where everyone belongs—where you will use your expertise in infection prevention and control to provide education to health care providers and support the people delivering care every day.

At Pioneer Ridge, the City’s municipally operated long‑term care home, your expertise, vision, and values make a lasting impact. Here, leadership is collaborative, staff are empowered, and care is personal. With strong staffing patterns, supportive teams, and meaningful opportunities to grow, Pioneer Ridge is a place where you can contribute with purpose and thrive.

Thunder Bay offers more than a fulfilling career. With its natural beauty, affordability, and strong sense of community, it’s a city where you can grow personally and professionally.

Where You’ll Make a Difference Every Day

As an Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) Coordinator, you will act as a resource to health care providers for infection prevention and control, participate in risk management and safety, and ensure compliance with legislation, guidelines and standards.

Whether you live in Thunder Bay, you’re looking to return, or excited to make the City your new home, join a team where your skills, expertise, and presence is recognized, and make a real impact to our community.

How You’ll Support the Team

In this role, you will liaise with external agencies and participate in regional and community‑wide infection prevention and control activities. You will also have the following accountabilities:

• Share and disseminate Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) knowledge and expertise with health care professionals and the general public.
• Establish baseline infection rates and monitor trends.
• Perform daily surveillance, monitoring and follow ups on residents and resident contacts with current antibiotic‑resistant organisms (AROs).
• Develop and review the effectiveness of the Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) program.
• Develop and implement Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) policies and procedures based on currently accepted best practices and legislative and/or program requirements.
• Provide infection prevention and control recommendations for resident care practices, construction and design projects, environmental cleaning, and the cleaning, disinfection and sterilization of equipment and instruments.
• Support residents/families, administration, committees/ communities of practice in IPAC practices and knowledge.
• Promote and maintain strong linkages with community partners to promote consistent, effective infection prevention and control practices.
• Develop and teach required educational materials for health care professionals, residents and the general public.
• Conduct outbreak investigations and management, utilizing fundamental epidemiological principles to identify contributing factors to reduce the risk of future occurrences.

What You Can Count On With Us

We’re proud to offer a workplace where your well‑being, growth, and sense of purpose come first. As an Infection Prevention & Control Coordinator, you’ll enjoy:

• A competitive salary that reflects your expertise
• A matching pension plan to help you build long‑term financial security (optional)
• Strong health benefits coverage – employer paid health, vision, & dental benefits
• Access to a confidential Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and wellness initiatives to support your overall health
• Leadership development and tuition reimbursement programs, so you can continue to grow your skills and career
• A culture of recognition and appreciation, with staff events and programs that celebrate your contributions
• The opportunity to be part of a dedicated and talented team, who are highly respected within the Corporation

What You’ll Bring to the Team

Here’s what will help you succeed as the Infection Prevention & Control Coordinator:

• Diploma or degree in a regulated Health Care Profession or related field including laboratory, epidemiology, or microbiology, and eligible for Certification in Infection Control through the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology
• Demonstrated interest in infection prevention and control, including the commitment to ongoing Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) education and further eligible to obtain certification in infection control, if not currently certified
• Minimum three (3) years of relevant clinical experience, including long‑term care

Lead With Us – Apply Today

Ready to take the next step in your career journey? Join us at the City of Thunder Bay, where you’ll support a dedicated team, and make a lasting difference every day.

Apply today at https://careers.thunderbay.ca/careers-home/jobs/7044?lang=en-us and start your next chapter with the City of Thunder Bay.

Belonging, Inclusion, and Your Privacy

The City of Thunder Bay is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minority groups, women, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. We are committed to a recruitment process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier‑free.

If you need an accommodation during any part of the recruitment process, let us know — we will work with you to meet your needs.

For privacy and fairness, please do not include photos, ID cards, driver’s licences, or police record checks with your application. These documents will only be requested if you’re successful.