Number of Hours per Rotation: 23 shifts of 8 hours per 6 weeks
Relief: No
Float: No
Hours of Work: Standard Hours
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Infection Control Practitioner $44.356 to $53.2
Travel Required: Yes
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. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS membersin accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement"
Human Resources Exemption: No
Education
Degree in Nursing or relevant Health Sciences Degree acceptable to the Employer
Licenses
Valid Class 5 driver's license
Other Education and Training
Infection Control Course
Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge to identify, investigate & control outbreaks of infectious diseases
Ability to communicate components of infection control to staff and patients
Knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite
Demonstrates effective leadership and management skills
Knowledge of microbiology & infectious disease
Knowledge of & able to utilize, principles of program development & teaching
Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
Possesses knowledge of and has job related experience in health care
Ability to be self directed and work relatively independently
Other Information
For more information on the town of Rosthern please visit https://www.rosthern.com/
Current Certification in Infection Control and Epidemiology (CIC) is an asset
Rosthern is located approximately 68 km north of Saskatoon
About Us
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare workplace. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.
Additional Information
We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.
We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.
We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.
We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.
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📌 Infection Control Practitioner (Saskatchewan)
🏢 Saskatchewan Health Authority
📍 Saskatchewan
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