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.
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.
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
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Benefits
Health insuranceEquity / stock options
Additional Information
Job Number: JR105730
Job Title: Infection Control Practitioner
Job Category: Professional
Hospital Location: General Site
Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term), Full time
Contract Duration: 13 months
Number of Positions: 1
Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $58.797 - $68.16
Hours: Days, Afternoons
Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care. Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada's most vibrant and diverse communities. We are home to North America's largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac care and spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities to the east. We are proud to be a community-affiliated teaching site for the University of Toronto and partner with a number of other universities and colleges, helping to train the next generation of health care professionals. SHN is the recipient of the 2021 Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award, from the Canadian College of Health Leaders, for our leading edge work on Communities of Inclusion, Inclusion Calendar, Health Equity Certificate Program and much more. We are also proud to be named Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures for 2023 - 2025 and Greater Toronto's Top Employers for 2026. Learn more at shn.ca
Job Description:
Position Overview:
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.
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