About Us At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents' homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered setting. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; The Opportunity: The Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) Lead will work with the interdisciplinary IPAC team to implement, manage, and oversee the Home's Infection Prevention and Control Program.

The Infection

Prevention and Control Lead (IPAC Lead) will be a resident safety expert who will lead the planning, development, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of system wide improvements in infection prevention and serve as a role model to promote the goals of the IPAC program within the larger context of the vision and mission of AgeCare. Provides education to residents, care givers, visitors, and volunteers related to infection prevention and control principles. Coordinates the resident/employee immunization program including influenza vaccine clinics.

Ensures early detection and management of outbreaks and coordinate outbreaks management protocols including prophylaxis and treatment in collaboration with public health, pharmacy, and medical director. Ensures communication of the infection control through data and postings or through resident/family council. Develop and maintain a relationship with the local Public Health/Communicable Disease department, laboratory representative, and corporate IPAC lead.

Participates in the development, assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the Home's IPAC Program.



Establishes annual program goals for the Infection Prevention and Control Program in the home.

Implements

AgeCare's IPAC policies and procedures. Works in collaboration with Director of Care or designate to complete online outbreak reports where applicable. Reviews monthly and quarterly data collection and analysis of performance indicators and provide reports for review at Quality Team and Infection Prevention and Control quarterly meetings.

Minimum of three (3) years' experience in a long-term care setting is preferred. Previous experience in Infection Prevention and Control and Outbreak Management. Previous experience providing education and training as an asset.

Certification from the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology obtained by 3 years from hire date. Successful completion of IPAC Core Competencies training through the Provincial Public Health Prior Education and training in infection prevention and control assets. Completion of an IPAC Canada Recognized Course is an asset.

Salary Range: $34.76 - $36.76 per hour Salary placement based on qualifications and experience. This job posting is for an active, open position, and all applications are reviewed by our team without the use of artificial intelligence (AI). Canadian work experience is not required.

If you are qualified and, where applicable, licensed or registered for the position, we welcome your application. Since 1998 AgeCare has been dedicated to creating vibrant communities that celebrate and support aging with dignity, independence and community interaction for seniors.

We offer our residents a safe and secure home-like atmosphere where they and their families can be assured peace of mind.

Quality: Relentlessly pursue excellence in care and service

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