Shape public health strategies with the Senior Communicable Disease Specialist role in Yellowknife, NWT. Provide guidance in disease control and immunization standards, ensuring effective healthcare practices.

The Specialist reports to the Manager of the Communicable Disease Control Unit and holds a Public Health Officer designation under the NWT Public Health Act. You will lead the planning, monitoring, and evaluation of communicable disease control programs and collaborate with a variety of health specialists. This role requires timely decision-making and expertise in outbreak management while supporting healthcare providers across the NWT.

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide expert advice on case management of communicable diseases
• Develop standards for best practices in disease control




• Lead educational sessions on immunization and disease prevention
• Represent NWT on relevant committees for disease control
• Oversee the 24-hour CPHO Reporting Line coverage

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing
• 3 years of nursing experience, with 1 year in public health
• Registration with the College of Nurses in NWT
• Experience in outbreak management or immunization
• Ability to conduct training and education sessions

The role emphasizes the application of best practices in communicable disease control and immunization across the NWT.
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📌 Senior Communicable Disease Specialist Nwt Northwest Territories
🏢 Government of Northwest Territories
📍 Northwest Territories