Infection Control Practitioner

At Grand River Hospital we are building a world class health care system supporting healthier lives for the communities we serve. We value people above all else and the experiences of our patients and their families, our team members, and our partners are at the very top of our agenda.

Through our values of CARE; TRUST AND BE TRUSTWORTHY; COURAGE TO START, HEART TO FINISH and WELCOME ONE TO WELCOME ALL we leverage the collective talents and strengths of our GRH team, our community, and our partners to innovate and accelerate the transformation of health care delivery.

We currently have an opportunity for a full time Full Time IPAC Hub Infection Prevention and Control Specialist (NON UNION) within the Infection Control team.

Home location will be at Grand River Hospital (KW and Freeport Campus). This role will include travel to congregate living settings throughout the KW4 region (Kitchener Waterloo, Wellesley, Wilmot and Woolwich).

How IPAC Hub Infection Control Practitioner support our teams at Grand River Hospital:

Reporting to the Infection Prevention and Control KW4 IPAC Hub Lead (GRH Director of Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC), the Infection Control Specialist will act as a representative of the IPAC Program, supporting the implementation and evaluation of the IPAC program in congregate settings (Long Term Care Facilities, Retirement Homes, and other congregate settings ie. shelters, group homes) throughout the KW4 region, as an extension of the Waterloo Wellington IPAC Hub.

The IPAC Hub Infection Prevention and Control Specialist will be responsible for:

• Building capacity in infection prevention and control with congregate living organizations
• Providing support in the implementation of IPAC tools, best practices and to respond to infection control related inquiries.
• Bringing forward and escalating issues of concern that are outside of the scope of the IPAC Hub through the IPAC Hub Core Lead.
• Working in coordination with Hub partners to deliver IPAC Hub Services.
  
  

At Grand River Hospital, The Infection Control Practitioner Has

• Current registration as a regulated health professional in Nursing, Medical Laboratory Technology, or another regulated healthcare professional preferred
• Bachelor's degree in a Health related field; Master's in a Health related field preferred
• Experience as an ICP in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Experience in infection prevention and control in long term care and other congregate settings is an asset
• A valid driver’s license required for travel between Grand River Hospital campuses and Kitchener Waterloo Region congregate settings
• Current knowledge of relevant regulations and trends in epidemiology, public health, long-term care and surveillance (e.g. privacy legislation).
• Presentation skills to facilitate groups, and deliver formal learning/training sessions and presentations to groups of stakeholders. Including knowledge of adult learning techniques
• Excellent report writing, skill and proficiency with various computer systems and software programs including: database management, word processing, spreadsheet and presentation applications, (MS Office).
• Team building and relationship building skills that maintain cooperative working relationships with stakeholders
• Oral communication and consultative skills to provide capacity building and response to a range of IPAC inquiries.
• Current knowledge of framework of infection prevention and control policies, protocols and standards and professional IPAC standards and practice.
• Ability to assesses, analyze and to provide support on implementation methods, protocols and practices to assure compliance with provincial and federal infection control directives and guidelines
• Ability to determine and implement methods to improve the coordination and access to infection prevention and control resources.
• Demonstrate strong organizational, time-management and critical thinking abilities
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal, leadership, verbal & written communication skills
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently and is self-directed while possessing the ability to work in a collaborative manner
• Excellent work performance and attendance record
  
  

At Grand River Hospital we support our Team Members with:

• A thorough onboarding and orientation program
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Access to our Ongoing Education Fund
• Career mentorship
• Wellness programs
  
  

As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients, staff and community from COVID-19, subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation, Grand River Hospital requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.

APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED UNTIL THE POSTING IS CLOSED.

Please include a resume with your application in order to ensure that your qualifications are appropriately considered in the hiring process.

Grand River Hospital is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to: racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment. Grand River Hospital is a proud member of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI).

Upon individual request, the hospital will endeavour to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Human Resources in advance for assistance.