Pay Band Infection Control Practitioner
$44,356 to $53,200 (5 step)

Job Description
Accountable to the Manager, the Infection Control Practitioner is responsible for providing infection prevention and control related services within the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) integrated service areas by supporting implementation and maintenance of an effective Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) program, providing training and education related to IPAC and infectious diseases, and by consulting on matters related to IPAC as an expert resource. The incumbent will participate in quality improvement or research activities as needed within the SHA.

Education

Degree in Nursing or relevant Health Sciences Degree acceptable to the Employer

Licenses

Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

Current Certification in Infection Control and Epidemiology (CIC)



is an asset

Knowledge and Abilities

Ability to work independently and as a member of a team

Highly developed written and oral communication skills

Knowledge in epidemiologic principles, statistics and microbiology

Knowledge to identify, investigate & control outbreaks of infectious diseases

Ability to work in a computerized setting

Knowledge of & able to utilize, principles of program development & teaching

Ability to communicate components of infection control to staff and patients

Demonstrates effective leadership and management skills

Other Information

Registered/eligible for registration with the appropriate authority

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📌 Infection Control Practitioner (Saskatchewan)
🏢 Autismservices
📍 Saskatchewan