Infection Prevention and Control Practitioner - Permanent Full-Time (2024-2

at  Collingwood General and Marine Hospital

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A post-secondary degree in a health-related field including, but not limited to, medicine, nursing, laboratory technology, public health, or biology, required.
• Currently registered with a regulated health professional College in the province of Ontario.
• Graduate of a Community and Hospital Infection Control Association (CHICA) recognized Infection Prevention and Control Certificate.
• Current registration with the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CIC) or commitment in completing certification within the first year.
• Member of Infection Prevention and Control Canada preferred.
• Two (2) Years of recent related experience in Infection and Prevention and Control in a hospital setting, with a preference being given to candidates possessing previous leadership experience.
• Proficient computer skills with working knowledge of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Meditech Electronic Health Record software and computerized charting would be considered an asset.

• Exhibits the core values of Collingwood General and Marine Hospital, Inclusive, Caring, Accountable, Respect, Excellence, Adaptable, Teamwork.
• Establishes and maintains a system of surveillance that includes data collection, tabulation, statistical analysis, interpretation and dissemination of information concerning infection incidents.
• Acts as a resource and provides knowledge and direction in infection prevention and control-related issues to hospital personnel, medical staff, patients, visitors, volunteers, students, and various community agencies.
• Reports relevant information internally and externally as it relates to infection prevention and control policies and procedures.
• Conducts investigation of specific infection problems/outbreaks.
• Formulates policies and procedures relevant to infection prevention and control that reflect the current research/ and standards.
• Collaborates with hospital employees (Managers, Supervisors) to assure implementation of established policies and procedures.
• Liaises with the Occupational Health Practitioner regarding infection prevention and control as it relates to employee health issues as well as providing relief for the Occupational Health Practitioner in their absence on certain employee health issues such as contact tracing.
• Provides formal or informal education and consultation to staff in all hospital departments, patients and visitors relevant to infection prevention and control (new trends, equipment, regulations, infectious diseases and procedures etc.)
• Collaborates in the development of educational tools that relate to infection prevention and control, including the preparation and delivery of patient-centered education, orientation and continuing education for all hospital employees
• Participates with Clinical Teams as required in a continuous quality improvement process; monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of the Infection Prevention and Control Program. Participates in internal and regional committees to achieve their established goals.
• Completes mandatory reporting on IP&C indicators monthly, quarterly, and annually as defined by Public Health Ontario.
• Assists in the evaluation and implementation of new products and equipment as related to infection prevention and control.
• Demonstrates professional commitment to keep current and maintains expertise through ongoing education.
• Actively participates in the Hospital’s Health and Safety Internal Responsibility System, which includes maintaining accountability for the defined responsibilities listed in applicable legislation, policies and procedures.
• Actively contributes within the scope of the position to the enhancement of the patient experience through continuous improvement, learning, and teamwork, with the goal of creating an environment that is caring, inclusive, respectful, patient and family-centred with a focus on excellence, innovation and safety.