Remote Healthcare Sanitation Compliance Officer

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 760,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Home office allowance

Professional development opportunities

Flexible hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Healthcare Sanitation Compliance Officer to uphold hygiene standards across distributed operations. You will develop and monitor sanitation policies, perform remote audits, and deliver training on infection control for remote teams.

The role requires 4+ years in healthcare sanitation or related compliance, with strong knowledge of healthcare regulations and experience in remote training and digital record-keeping.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in healthcare sanitation, infection control or related compliance role.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations (HIPAA, OSHA, public health guidelines).
• Experience with remote auditing, virtual training delivery, and digital record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine sanitation and disinfection protocols for healthcare environments, adapted for remote operations.
• Conduct virtual assessments and audits of facilities and practices for adherence to standards.
• Create and deliver training materials on infection control and sanitation for remote staff.
• Monitor evolving healthcare regulations related to sanitation and hygiene.
• Collaborate with IT and operations to ensure secure, compliant remote work environments.
• Advise management on sanitation risks and mitigation strategies.

Skills

Healthcare sanitation

Infection control

Regulatory compliance

Remote auditing

Training development

Analysis & problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Relevant degree or certification

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing telehealth provider, is looking for a dedicated Remote Healthcare Sanitation Compliance Officer to ensure the highest standards of hygiene are met across their distributed operational infrastructure and remote team practices. This critical role will involve developing, implementing, and monitoring sanitation and disinfection policies that comply with all relevant healthcare regulations and best practices. You will be responsible for remote audits, training development, and advising on best practices for maintaining sterile environments within a virtual operational framework. This position requires a meticulous individual with a deep understanding of healthcare sanitation, infection control, and regulatory compliance, who can effectively operate independently and remotely. You will play an integral role in upholding the integrity and safety of our client's healthcare services from anywhere in the country.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and refine sanitation and disinfection protocols for healthcare environments, adapting them for remote operations and compliance.
• Conduct virtual assessments and audits of facilities and operational practices to ensure adherence to standards.
• Create and deliver comprehensive training materials on infection control and sanitation best practices for remote staff.
• Monitor and interpret evolving healthcare regulations related to sanitation and hygiene.
• Collaborate with IT and operations teams to ensure secure and compliant remote work environments.
• Advise management on potential sanitation risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Maintain detailed records of compliance activities, audits, and training.
• Act as the primary point of contact for all sanitation-related inquiries and concerns within the organization.

Requirements

• A minimum of 4 years of experience in healthcare sanitation, infection control, or a related compliance role.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations, including HIPAA, OSHA, and relevant public health guidelines.
• Proven ability to develop and implement effective compliance programs.
• Experience with remote auditing, virtual training delivery, and digital record-keeping.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex guidelines clearly.
• Proficiency in standard office software and virtual collaboration tools.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• A relevant degree or certification in a related field is advantageous.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Competitive annual salary.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Opportunities for remote professional development and certifications.
• Generous allowance for home office setup.
• Significant impact on public health and safety.