Infection Control Practitioner

Scarborough Health Network • Granbury, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Manager of Infection Prevention and Control, the Infection Control Practitioner (ICP) is an integral member of the Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) team supporting the implementation and evaluation of the infection prevention and control program. The ICP works closely with patient care programs and support service departments and liaises with external agencies and academic institutions in support of infection prevention and control standards and best practice guidelines for the promotion of patient and staff safety. Duties include surveillance activities, outbreak management, acting as a consultant internally and externally, providing education to staff, physicians and volunteers, keeping current with Infection Prevention and Control literature, standards and guidelines, participating in research activities, and applying continuous quality improvement principles. The role also includes providing IPAC recommendations for construction and design projects.

Requirements

• Baccalaureate degree in a health care related field or equivalent combination of education and proven expertise in infection prevention and control with leadership skills is essential.
• Minimum two (2) years experience in infection control in a hospital setting.
• Current registration with the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology required or a commitment to completing certification within the first year.
• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates strong organizational, time-management and critical thinking skills.
• Possesses knowledge of, and is able to utilize adult education principles in program development and teaching.
• Possesses knowledge of epidemiological principles, statistics, microbiology, and infectious diseases.
• Possesses knowledge of and utilizes the principles of continuous quality improvement.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Proficiency in searching medical health databases with strong understanding of medical terminology.
• Demonstrates advanced skill in keyboarding and computer literacy including use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and use of patient care databases (e.g. Meditech).
• Demonstrates the ability to integrate infection prevention and control knowledge into practice.
• Exposure to Lean principles, an understanding of methodologies and tools and a commitment to the use of these in support of providing the best healthcare experience for our patients
• Works independently and is self-motivated, self-directed while possessing the ability to work in a collaborative manner
• Demonstrates the ability to effectively articulate the important components of an infection prevention and control program with all levels of personnel/clients
• Expert Infection Prevention & Control knowledge required to act as a resource and problem solve Infection Prevention & Control issues
• Demonstrates values consistent with SHN's Code of Conduct and is committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment in accordance with Health & Safety policy and legislation
• Engages in ethical conduct and strives to understand and appreciate the diversity of the Scarborough population and community
• Excellent work performance and attendance record

Nice To Haves

• Certification with Central Service Association of Ontario (CSAO) for Medical Device Reprocessing preferred.
• Completion of formal education and training through the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) on infection control during construction, renovation and maintenance of health care facilities preferred.
• Member of Infection Prevention and Control Canada preferred.

Responsibilities

• Surveillance activities
• Outbreak management
• Acting as a consultant internally and externally
• Providing education to staff, physicians and volunteers
• Keeping current with Infection Prevention and Control literature, standards and guidelines
• Participating in research activities
• Applying continuous quality improvement principles
• Providing IPAC recommendations for construction and design projects

Benefits

• Defined Benefit pension plan through the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan
• Comprehensive insured benefits package including health and dental benefits
• New Graduate Initiative Enroute Program
• Critical Care Sponsorship Program
• Employee Discount and Incentive Programs
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), along with other comprehensive wellness offerings, including our Spiritual Care team of registered psychotherapists for spiritual, religious or emotional care; mental health supports; and on-site wellness rounding
• Recognition events
• Leadership Development and Learning Programs
• Tuition Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level