DescriptionPosition: Infection Control Professional Department: Infection Prevention and Control Posting ID: 6389Role Level: Allied Health (AH $54.89 to $65.47Status: Full Time Site: Mississauga Hospital (required to work at all THP sites Hours of Work/Shifts: Monday to Friday 8 hours shift flexibility required for after hours with weekend rotation coveragePosted: February 4, 2026Internal Deadline: February 11, 2026Trillium Health Partners is one of Canada's largest community-based teaching hospitals, serving the growing and diverse populations of Mississauga, West Toronto, and surrounding communities through the Credit Valley Hospital, the Mississauga Hospital, the Queensway Health Centre, the Reactivation care Centre (Church Site) and the current THP-UHN Reactivation Care Centre. Guided by our values of compassion, excellence, and courage, and through our strategic roadmap, Plan to 2030, we are creating a new kind of health care - defined not by illness, but by the health and well-being of people and communities.Job Description:The Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) department is an integral part of Trillium Health Partners. As a member of this department, the Infection Control Professional facilitates infection control activities and is considered an agent of change through the interpretation of standards providing best practice recommendations with the primary goal of reducing the risk of hospital acquired infections (HAI).The successful Infection Control Professional will directly report to the IPAC Manager and leadership team and will be expected to cover and rotate across sites with the following responsibilities.Responsibilities:Develops, coordinates and performs surveillance activities of significant organisms and other healthcare associated infectionsParticipates in the development, communication and implementation of IPAC policies and procedures, current best practice guidelines and applicable standardsProvides consultative advice, feedback and report to internal and external stakeholders regarding surveillance data, investigations, audits and issues of IPAC significanceProvides ongoing IPAC education to staff, physicians, students,



volunteers and patientsParticipates in quality improvement initiatives and implements infection control recommendations as determined by the Infection Prevention and Control Committee.Conducts auditing and provides education and feedbackDevelops relationships with assigned units and supports all levels of staff, leaders and professional staff with IPAC expertise Conducts exposure investigation and coordinates stakeholder engagement in outbreak managementParticipates in the departmental IPAC and weekend coverage rotation.Other duties may be assigned based on needs and as identified via risk mitigation strategyQualifications:Minimum of 3 years experience in Infection Prevention and Control in a large and diverse acute care settingCurrent registration with the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CIC)Degree in health-related discipline (e.G. nursing, laboratory, epidemiology, and other allied health) or equivalent combination of education and experienceDemonstrates strong IPAC knowledge and experience in related areas of infectious diseases, microbiology, epidemiology, statistics, asepsis; disinfection/sterilization; outbreak management, HVAC & constructionProficient in coaching, mentoring and delivering adult education Strong written/verbal communication skillsCritical thinking in complex and stressful situations, conflict resolution skills, high emotional intelligenceDemonstrated ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary team environmentAble to effectively lead and provide support to clinical & non-clinical teams to manage complex and challenging situationsSelf-directed, well-organized and detail-oriented Proficiency in the use of computer databases, spreadsheets and literature search, familiarity with EPIC HIS is an asset To pursue this career opportunity, please visit our website: Candidates are selected on the basis of their skill,



ability, experience and qualifications.Where these factors are relatively equal seniority shall govern providing the successful applicant.Trillium Health Partners' (THP) is an equal opportunity employer who values the importance of antiracism work and is committed to integrating antiracism, diversity, equity and inclusion best practices throughout THP operations, policies and culture. Therefore, we ask that even if you do not see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on this posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. Research has shown that candidates from underrepresented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. We encourage all applicants who are members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the Ontario Human Rights Code based on race, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nations, Métis or Inuk/Inuit person to consider this opportunity.In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code Trillium Health Partners will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.Trillium Health Partners is identified under the French Language Services Act."Our organization may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence (AI) or algorithm-assisted systems, to support the initial review of applications. These tools are used only to assist our recruiters and hiring managers; all hiring decisions include meaningful human involvement and final review."We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

📌 Infection Control Professional - C$54.9 - C$65.5 An Hour (Mississauga)
🏢 Trillium Health Partners
📍 Mississauga