Infection Prevention and Control

3 days ago


St Catharines, Canada Extendicare Full time
Job Description

Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) Manager – Extendicare St Catharines

At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our clinical team, you will act as our infection prevention & control management expert ensuring the goals of the IPAC program are met within the home and manages and corrects staff performance, as necessary.



This position is for our Extendicare St Catharines Home, located in St Catharines, Ontario.  

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Manages and oversees the LTC home’s IPAC program, consulting with the IPAC Consultant along with leadership team for the region as required in the successful development, implementation, audit, constant improvement and re-evaluation of the home’s IPAC program.
  • Manages and supervises all staff in relation to the IPAC Program.
  • Ensures the IPAC program in the home is consistent with standards, best practice and key principles established by applicable provincial standards and protocols and with Extendicare policies and procedures.
  • Initiates and leads outbreak management protocols for the home in partnership with the IPAC Consultant.

What You Bring

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field required (BSc. Health Sciences, Microbiology, Life Science, Bio-chemistry, etc and/or Adult Education), RPN,/ RN diploma
  • 3-5 years’ experience working in health care, including public health sector, and 2-3 years in an IPAC lead or supervisory capacity.
  • Current Certification in Infection Control (CIC) is preferred, or, willingness to complete by April 2025.

What You’ll Get

  • Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
  • Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization
  • A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others
  • Employee Family Assistance Program
  • Robust benefits package.

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network of over 115 operated senior care and living centres, as well as our home health care operations, we are committed to delivering care throughout the health care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population in Canada. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 23,700 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada

Time Type

Full time

When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.

If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare

Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.

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