Infection Prevention Specialist

4 weeks ago


Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Deer Lodge Centre Full time

Position Overview

At Deer Lodge Centre, we are seeking a highly skilled Infection Control Support Associate to join our team. As a key member of our infection prevention and control team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the health and safety of our residents and staff.

Key Responsibilities

  • Implement, monitor, and evaluate site adherence to provincial and regional infection control policies, procedures, and operational directives.
  • Direct staff and oversee timely implementation of recommended infection control measures.
  • Communicate and collaborate with site management and regional infection control leadership on infection control issues.
  • Ensure compliance with established provincial and regional infection control surveillance in long-term care.
  • Provide infection control guidance on routine practices, additional precautions, sterilization, disinfection, and cleaning processes, outbreak management, construction, renovation, and maintenance activities.

Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years' experience in a clinical healthcare setting or experience and training in microbiology, infectious diseases, epidemiology, or diagnostics.
  • Previous work experience in infection prevention and control is preferred.
  • Baccalaureate degree in a health-related field with a focus on direct clinical care, microbiology, epidemiology, or public health.
  • Completion of an IPAC Canada-endorsed Infection Prevention and Control Course is required.
  • Certification in Infection Control from the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology, Incorporated, is an asset.

Qualifications and Skills

  • Knowledge of key roles and responsibilities of infection prevention and control.
  • Knowledge of the Personal Health Information Act (PHIA).
  • Knowledge of microbiology, infectious disease, applied epidemiology, and biostatistics.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of infection prevention and control competencies.
  • Demonstrated ability to function effectively and collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
  • Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a self-directed, independent manner with limited supervision.


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