Infection Prevention Practitioner, Band 6 - Lead & Educate

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust; Worthing; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an experienced Infection Prevention Practitioner for their Infection Prevention and Control Team. This role is predominantly at Worthing Hospital with opportunities for cross-site work at St Richards Hospital. The successful candidate will support infection prevention strategies, conduct audits, and provide training to staff, ensuring the highest standards of patient care and safety. Strong collaboration with healthcare professionals and excellent communication skills will be essential for success in this position. Flexible working options are available.

Qualifications

• Experience in infection prevention and control practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and patients.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret data and audit results.

Responsibilities

• Support the Infection Prevention strategy and quality improvement agenda.
• Manage own workload and collaborate with healthcare professionals.
• Conduct IPC audits and deliver training to staff.

Skills

Infection Prevention knowledge

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant healthcare qualification

Job description

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an experienced Infection Prevention Practitioner for their Infection Prevention and Control Team. This role is predominantly at Worthing Hospital with opportunities for cross-site work at St Richards Hospital. The successful candidate will support infection prevention strategies, conduct audits, and provide training to staff, ensuring the highest standards of patient care and safety. Strong collaboration with healthcare professionals and excellent communication skills will be essential for success in this position. Flexible working options are available.