Assistant Health Care Manager: Infection Prevention

2 weeks ago

Toronto, Canada Ministry of the Solicitor General Full time

**Consider Your Next Career with the Ministry of the Solicitor General, Ontario Public Service**

The Ontario Public Service is one of the largest employers in the province, with a wide range of exciting career opportunities. We believe in the core values of trust, fairness, diversity, excellence, creativity, collaboration, efficiency and responsiveness. We invite you to join our teams

We are seeking high performing nurse professionals to join our Corporate Health Care and Wellness team at the Ministry of the Solicitor General. As an Assistant Health Care Manager, Infection Prevention and Control, you will be a leader in the planning, development and implementation of system-wide programs and improvements in infection surveillance, prevention and control for Ontario's correctional facilities.

**OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism**: We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

Visit the
**OPS Anti-Racism Policy** and the
**OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint** pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's
**Human Rights Code**. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

**What can I expect to do in this role?**: In this role, you will:

- Provide expertise on infection prevention, control and management programs, policies and best practices, and coordinate on-going education to institutional staff on infection prevention and control principles and practices
- Lead surveillance activities and work collaboratively with institutional management team to ensure infection control is in compliance with government guidelines and IPAC principles
- Provide professional direction, coaching and counseling in evidenced-based nursing techniques and practices
- Supervise nurses in the coordination and administration of various physiological tests, e.g., COVID-19 and tuberculosis testing
- Assist in the development, implementation, review and evaluation of institutions' health care programs and services, provide occupational health advice and assist in the management of absenteeism related to infections
- Maintain records and statistics to identify trends and developments that have critical program/service delivery, and/or policy and planning implications

**How do I qualify?**:
**Mandatory**:

- You are a Registered Nurse (RN) in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- You have a valid Ontario driver's licence

**Specialized Knowledge**:

- You have knowledge of infection prevention and control theories, methods and best practices to monitor infections and outbreaks, and provide occupational health advice
- You have knowledge of nursing administration, relevant legislation, PIDAC best practices standards, the College of Nurses professional standards, guidelines and practices to coordinate health care programs and services, and provide professional direction, coaching in evidenced-based nursing techniques and practices
- You have knowledge of quality assurance and improvement principles and programs, including assessment, identification and management of risks

**Critical Thinking, Planning and Coordination Skills**:

- You can analyze epidemiology data for nosocomial, viral respiratory and other infection transmissions, assess health trends and determinants, monitor and evaluate program and operational policy issues to develop best options and recommendation
- You can coordinate the development, implementation, review and evaluation of health care programs and services to ensure high standards are maintained
- You can assess risks, diagnose health care/medical problems, symptoms and/or emergencies, and make sound determinations on health care and special services needs
- You can plan and coordinate ongoing education to institutional staff, and ensure nurses are properly trained in nursing techniques and practices

**Leadership Skills**:

- You have leadership skills to provide oversight on infection prevention and control operations and surveillance activities, perform audits, direct staff and represent the ministry on key public health and stakeholder consultations and discussions

**Communication and Interpersonal Skills**:

- You can communicate clearly and effectively to discuss health care concerns, exchange information and seek health care advice
- You can liaise effectively with institutional management and staff, community partners, agencies and organizations and other key stakeholders on various health care matters

**Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility and Anti-Racism**

**The OPS is an innovative, responsive and accountable public service that

  • Infection Control Professional Infection Prevention Control

    1 week ago

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada Providence Health Care Full time

    Infection Control Professional Infection Prevention Control (Job ID: 4629)The Infection Control Professional (ICP) ¿ Redevelopment, is a leader who provides infection control expert consultation during construction, renovation and maintenance activities at Unity Health, with the primary goal of reducing the risk of transmission of infectious agents and...

  • Infection Prevention and Control Specialist

    5 days ago

    Toronto, Canada Public Health Ontario Full time

    **JR101285** **Infection Prevention and Control Specialist** **Location**:Toronto-661 University **Department**: IPAC Support **The Role**: To provide infection prevention and control consultative advice in the design and implementation of IPAC resources and programs. This role will facilitate partnerships with other organizations and implement IPAC...

  • Infection Control Professional Infection Prevention Control

    1 week ago

    Toronto, Canada Providence Health Care Full time

    Infection Control Professional Infection Prevention Control (Job ID: 4629)The Infection Control Professional (ICP) ¿ Redevelopment, is a leader who provides infection control expert consultation during construction, renovation and maintenance activities at Unity Health, with the primary goal of reducing the risk of transmission of infectious agents and...

  • Infection Prevention

    4 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada City of Toronto Full time

    **Job ID**: 39964 **Job Category**:Audit, Compliance & Inspections **Division & Section**:Seniors Services & Long Term Care, LTC Regional Services **Work Location**:Seven Oaks Long-Term Care Home**, **9 Neilson Rd **Job Type & Duration**:1 Permanent, Full-time vacancy **Salary**:$86,500.00 - $108,459.00 **Shift Information**: Monday to Friday, 35 hours...

  • Infection Control Practitioner

    4 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada Centre for Addiction and Mental Health Full time

    Position Description The Infection Prevention Control Department (IPAC) is currently seeking a full-time, temporary (6 months) Infection Control Practitioner. Reporting to the Manager, Infection Prevention & Control, the ICP works in compliance with infection prevention and control best practice standards, guidelines and relevant regulations (e.g. PIDAC...

  • Coordinator, Infection Prevention and Control

    1 month ago

    Toronto, Canada Fred Victor Full time

    **INTERNAL/EXTERNAL** **Job Title**: Coordinator, Infection Prevention and Control **Position Type**: Non-Bargaining Unit, Full-Time, Permanent **Number of Positions**: 3 **Salary**: $58,636.00 - $64,759.50 per year **Vacation**:4 weeks** **to start **Benefits**:Group benefits with Life Insurance, AD&D, Extended Health and Dental Care with premiums 100%...

  • Infection Prevention and Control

    4 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada Medecins Sans Frontieres Full time

    Responsibilities As a manager of infection prevention and control (IPC) activities with Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), you will lead the development and maintenance of an infection-control program in an MSF project. Your objectives include striving for good quality of care and the safety of patients, caretakers and staff. In...

  • Support Services Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Toronto, ON, Canada Winnipeg Regional Health Authority Full time

    Nine Circles Community Health Centre Is currently hiring for CLINIC SERVICES MANAGER (0 EFT Permanent (38.The Nine Circles Management Team operates as a component of the Nine Circles integrated model of service delivery and is committed to the provision of low barrier, culturally safe prevention services, comprehensive primary care, advocacy and education...

  • Technical Assistant

    7 days ago

    Toronto, Canada Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre Full time

    **Summary of Duties** As a member of the inter-professional team providing patient-focused care, the Technical Assistant will work closely with Registered Nurses, Technologists, and other health care professionals to support dialysis patient care. The Technical Assistant will provide assistance with hemodialysis equipment, set-up, take-down, cleaning, and...

  • Manager, Prevention

    6 days ago

    Toronto, Canada Canadian Partnership Against Cancer Full time

    **Overview**: The **Cancer Systems and Innovation Division** supports initiatives to improve equitable access, to better experiences and outcomes, and to advance reconciliation throughout Canada’s cancer system. The division enables system change with data, research, innovation, and modelling. Work of the division is primarily accomplished through...

  • Clerical Assistant

    3 weeks ago

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada Providence Health Care Full time

    Clerical Assistant - In Patient, Acute Psychiatry Admin (Job ID: 4347)Unity Health Toronto, comprised of Providence Healthcare, St. Joseph¿s Health Centre and St. Michael¿s Hospital, works to advance the health of everyone in our urban communities and beyond. Our health network serves patients, residents and clients across the full spectrum of care,...

  • Ipac Manager- Full Time Temporary 12 Months

    5 days ago

    Toronto, Canada O'Neill Centre Full time

    **Do you have a passion for making a difference?** Making every moment matter is about improving all the things that make life enjoyable. Things like making someone feel better, making connections with them or for them with other residents, showing them a new song or even just giving them something to look forward to. At O'Neill Centre, we are passionate...

  • Mdrd Assistant Medical Device Reprocessing Department Sjhc

    4 weeks ago

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada Providence Health Care Full time

    MDRD Assistant Medical Device Reprocessing Department SJHC (Job ID: 3710)Unity Health Toronto, comprised of St. Joseph¿s Health Centre, St. Michael¿s Hospital, and Providence Healthcare, works to advance the health of everyone in our urban communities and beyond. Our health network serves patients, residents and clients across the full spectrum of care,...

  • Clerical Assistant In Patient Cardiovascular Icu

    3 weeks ago

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada Providence Health Care Full time

    Clerical Assistant In Patient Cardiovascular ICU (Job ID: 4365)The primary role of the Clerical Assistant in an In-Patient Area is to provide administrative and clerical support to the daily operations of the unit. The scope of the position requires proficient skills related to customer service, communication and computer technology. The Clerical Assistant...

  • Project Manager

    1 month ago

    Toronto, Canada CSA Group Full time

    Employment Status: Regular Time Type: Full time BUILDING A WORLD CLASS TEAM STARTS WITH YOU At the heart of CSA Group is a vision: making the world a better, safer, more sustainable place. It's been part of our mission for nearly one hundred years: from the first engineering standard for railway bridges developed in 1919, to more than 3,500 standards,...

  • Project Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada CSA Group Full time

    Employment Status: Regular Time Type: Full time BUILDING A WORLD CLASS TEAM STARTS WITH YOU At the heart of CSA Group is a vision: making the world a better, safer, more sustainable place. It's been part of our mission for nearly one hundred years: from the first engineering standard for railway bridges developed in 1919, to more than 3,500 standards,...

  • Assistant Loss Prevention Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada Sheraton Hotels & Resorts Full time

    JOB SUMMARY Assists in the management of the daily functions of the department to ensure protection of property assets, employees, guests and property. Maintains logs, certifications and documents required by law and Standard Operating Procedures. Assists in the training of staff in established emergency procedures and implements accident and fire prevention...

  • Office Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada Sinai Health Full time

    Sinai Health is a leading academic health science centre with a provincial, national and international reputation for discovering and delivering life-changing care. We provide excellent and compassionate care in hospital, community and home. Comprised of Mount Sinai Hospital, Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital, the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute and our...

  • Program Manager, Digital Health

    4 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada Spectrum Health Care Full time

    Company Description We are hiring a Program Manager, Digital Health & Special Projects in Toronto to support our growing dynamic team of health care professionals. Join the future of health care and start your community career today. The Program Manager of Digital Health & Special Projects is responsible for working with project sponsors in...

  • Project Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada CSA Group Full time

    Employment Status: Regular Time Type: Full time BUILDING A WORLD CLASS TEAM STARTS WITH YOU At the heart of CSA Group is a vision: making the world a better, safer, more sustainable place. It's been part of our mission for nearly one hundred years: from the first engineering standard for railway bridges developed in 1919, to more than 3,500...