Remote Infection Control & Hygiene Advisor

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 482,000 - 964,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible part-time hours

Remote work

Competitive hourly rate

Professional development

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Remote Healthcare Facility Hygiene Consultant to advise healthcare facilities on hygiene, sanitation, and infection control. The role is primarily remote with national scope and virtual engagements.

You will perform virtual audits, craft improvement plans, and guide facility teams through best practices to ensure safe environments for patients and staff. Strong consultancy background required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health, Public Health, Nursing or related field.
• 6+ years of healthcare hygiene, sanitation or infection control consultancy experience.
• Proven track record improving hygiene standards in clinical settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct virtual audits and assessments of healthcare facilities' hygiene practices.
• Develop customized hygiene improvement plans and sanitation schedules.
• Provide recommendations on cleaning agents, disinfectants, and equipment usage.
• Advise staff on infection prevention and control best practices.
• Monitor implementation and adjust strategies as needed.
• Prepare detailed reports and progress presentations for clients.
• Deliver virtual training sessions for healthcare personnel.

Skills

Healthcare hygiene

Consultancy

Virtual audits

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health

Master's degree (plus)

Tools

Virtual meeting platforms

Project management tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Remote Healthcare Facility Hygiene Consultant to advise healthcare facilities on hygiene, sanitation, and infection control. The role is primarily remote with national scope and virtual engagements.

You will perform virtual audits, craft improvement plans, and guide facility teams through best practices to ensure safe environments for patients and staff. Strong consultancy background required.