Position #: 183815

Expected Start Date: October 01, 2026

Union: HSAS

Facility: Prince Albert Community Services

City/Town: Prince Albert

Department: Infection Prevention and Control

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Number of Hours per Rotation: 112 hours per 3 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of Work: Field Hours

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Infection Control Practitioner $44.356 to $53.2

Travel Required: Yes

: 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.

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 of microbiology & infectious disease
- Knowledge to identify, investigate & control outbreaks of infectious diseases
- Ability to communicate components of infection control to staff and patients
- Ability to be self directed and work relatively independently
- Demonstrates effective leadership and management skills
- Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Possesses knowledge of and has job related experience in health care
- Knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite




- Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
- Knowledge of & able to utilize, principles of program development & teaching

Other Information

- For more information on the city of Prince Albert please visit https://www.citypa.ca
- Current Certification in Infection Control and Epidemiology (CIC) is an asset

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a agile healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.

> 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.

Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

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