Grow Your Career at Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS)

At BCHS, we are driven by a bold vision: To Lead Beyond Care. As a two-site community hospital system in Brantford and Paris, Ontario, we serve with purpose, passion, and a deep commitment to the people who rely on us.

- Brantford General Hospital – Our acute care hospital offering a full spectrum of inpatient and outpatient services.
- The Willett in Paris – Home to our urgent care centre and transitional care services, supporting patients through every step of their healthcare journey.

With Over 130 Years Of Service, BCHS Is Evolving With a Renewed Focus On Excellence, Collaboration, And Innovation. Our Strategic Priorities Center On Quality Care, Connected Teams, And a Healthy Future For Our Patients, Our People, And Our Community. Our Culture Is Shaped By Our Core Values And Pillars

Core Values:

Be Bold and Courageous | Commit to Excellence | Champion Equity | Be Trustworthy

Four Pillars:

Patient-First | People-Centred | Partnership-Based | Progress-Focused

Why Choose BCHS?

- Investing in You – Access to a centralized Education Fund, tuition support, and professional development opportunities.
- Versatile Scheduling – Within a standard work week
- Career Growth – Internal job postings, mentorship programs, and leadership development.
- Predictable Work Locations – Stability and consistency in your work environment.
- Collaborative Team Culture – Work alongside skilled professionals in a supportive, interdisciplinary setting.
- Employee Wellness Matters – Peer Support Team, Wellness Committee, Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families.
- Commitment to Safety – Comprehensive safety programs for all




- Competitive Compensation and Benefits –– Salaries and benefits designed to align with industry standards, reinforcing our commitment to attracting and retaining top talent. Excellent Pension Plan.
- Diversity & Inclusion – We are actively working to diversify our teams and remove systemic barriers in hiring, retention, and advancement. We track and report on our progress because representation matters. We regularly review our benefits, policies, and programs through an equity lens to meet the needs of our diverse teams. Provide accommodations for religious practices and use trauma-informed policies that support mental wellbeing.
- Recognition & Rewards – Employee appreciation programs and professional recognition opportunities and Corporate Committee
- Community Impact – Make a real difference in patient care and public health every day.
- Choose Civility – Where every interaction matters. Civility and respect shape our workplace, as individuals treat one another—and the communities we serve with dignity, empathy, and cultural awareness. We foster a culture of civility by raising awareness, setting clear expectations, and continually reviewing our policies and practices to ensure respect is at the core of everything we do.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Manager of Infection Prevention and Control,



the Infection Control Professional (ICP) will act as support with the ongoing implementation, development and evaluation of the infection prevention and control program for the Brant Community Healthcare System. Responsibilities will include surveillance activities, epidemiology investigation and trending, organizing outbreak management, acting as an expert consultant internally and externally, providing education to all levels of healthcare providers, preparing reports on possible causes and interventions, liaising with external agencies and academic institutions across the continuum of care and participating in research activities.

Education Requirements

- Completion of a recognized basic training course in Infection Control
- Certificates in Infection Control (CIC) by the Certification Board of Infection Control required
- Minimum 3 years of previous experience working in infection prevention and control
- Regulated Health Care Professional with current registration in the Province of Ontario with their professional body
- Baccalaureate preferred

Mandatory Competencies

- Ability to work weekend, evenings, and on-call shifts as required.
- Effective leadership skills and superior interpersonal and communication skills
- Skilled with computer databases as well as with MS Word, MS Excel and MS Power Point
- Knowledge of current infection control guidelines and best practices
- Demonstrates strong organizational, time-management and critical thinking abilities
- Demonstrated the ability to work independently and is self-directed while possessing the ability to work in a collaborative manner
- Knowledge of rel

📌 Infection Control Professional (Brantford)
🏢 Brant Community Healthcare System
📍 Brantford