Infection Control Practitioner I, Construction

3 weeks ago

Toronto, Canada University Health Network Full time

Full-time
- Department: Other (Not Listed)

**Company Description**:

- The University Health Network, where “above all else the needs of patients come first”, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of “Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning”, the University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.**Union: Non-Union**
**Site**: All sites
**Department**:Infection Prevention & Control
**Reports to**:Director, Infection Prevention & Control Department and Antimicrobial Stewardship Program
**Hours**:37.5 hours a week
**Salary**:To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy
**Status**:Permanent Full-Time
**Posted Date**:May 10, 2024
**Closing Date**:May 24, 2024

The **INFECTION CONTROL PRACTITIONER I, CONSTRUCTION** is an integral member of the Infection Prevention and Control Department. The Construction Infection Control Team works in the capacity of a consultant to meet the needs of an evolving infection and prevention practice as it relates to health care facility renovation, construction and maintenance.

**Duties**
- architectural drawing review (blue prints); hoarding plan review
- hoarding inspections; Activity Permit approvals; attendance at construction meetings
- performing surveillance activities as they pertain to construction related infections
- acting as a resource for internal and external clients (i.e. other hospitals, government agencies, etc.)
- providing consultation services on an on-call basis including occasional evening and weekend on-call
- providing education and training to internal and external personnel
- participating in research activities that will generate funds and advance the practice of Infection Control at UHN
- performing continuous Quality Improvement responsibilities
- participating in professional development and education activities/programs to ensure excellence in the provision of Infection Prevention and Control services at multiple sites across the integrated health care delivery spectrum
- performing cross-functional and/or other duties consistent with the job classification, as required.

**Qualifications**:

- B.Sc. in Health or Allied Health Sciences, or recognized equivalent
- Minimum four years of relevant experience
- Experience working in a hospital, long-term care facility, or public health facility
- IPAC Canada membership preferred (to be completed upon hire)
- Certification from the Certification Board of Infection Control (CBIC), preferred. Required to complete within 2 years of hire
- Current license or registration from appropriate bodies (i.e. College of Medical Laboratory Technologists, College of Nurses of Ontario, etc.
- Knowledge in current Canadian Standards Association (CSA) standards as they relate to IPAC
- Experience with review of architectural drawings, specifications, schematic and detailed design from the IPAC perspective
- Experience with performing Infection control Risk Assessments (ICRA) and preventative measures analysis
- Experience reviewing Infection Control (IC) Plans submitted by contractors and providing feedback as needed
- Experience performing hoarding inspections prior to, during and before completion of construction projects
- Teaching experience
- Excellent customer service skills
- Excellent time management and project management skills
- Exercise initiative and good judgment with ability to multi-task
- Effective organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent problem solving and conflict resolution skills
- Computer skills and familiarity with multiple software programs
- Ability to establish and effective working relationship with others
- Ability to work independently with mínimal supervision
- Knowledge of applicable legislative, UHN and/or departmental policies
- Compliance with confidentiality requirements

**Additional Information**:
**Why join UHN?**

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.
- Competitive offer packages
- Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
- A flexible work environment
- Opportun

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