Infection Control Practitioner (Scarborough)

Position Overview

Reporting to the Manager of Infection Prevention and Control, the Infection Control Practitioner (ICP) is an integral member of the Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) team supporting the implementation and evaluation of the infection prevention and control program. The ICP works closely with patient care programs and support service departments and liaises with external agencies and academic institutions in support of infection prevention and control standards and best practice guidelines for the promotion of patient and staff safety.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surveillance activities, manage outbreaks, and act as an internal and external consultant.
• Provide education to staff, physicians and volunteers on infection prevention and control.
• Keep current with infection prevention and control literature, standards and guidelines.
• Participate in research activities and apply continuous quality improvement p...