Job Description

Requisition ID: 335912

Competition #: AH-23-037
Posting End Date: May 4, 2023

City: Portage la Prairie

Site: Southern Health-Sant\xc3\xa9 Sud

Work Location: Lions Prairie Manor

Department / Unit: Long Term Care

Job Stream: Clinical Support

Union: MGEU

Anticipated Start Date: As mutually agreed

FTE: 1.0

Anticipated Shift: Days, may be required to work occasional evenings and weekends

Daily Hours Worked: 1.0

Wage Rate: As Per MGEU Prof Tech Collective Agreement

Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centred clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.

Position Summary:
Under the direction of site leadership and receiving Infection Prevention & Control (IP&C) clinical leadership and direction from the Regional Nurse 4, Infection Prevention & Control-Long Term Care (IP&C- LTC) and working within the Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Direction of Southern Health- Sant\xc3\xa9 Sud, the Infection Control Support Associate (ICSA) performs key responsibilities including:

• Implements, monitors, and evaluates site\'s adherence to provincial and regional IP&C policies, procedures, and operational directives and implements actions to ensure consistency of practice and compliance.
• Directs staff and oversees timely implementation of recommended IP&C measures.
• Communicates and collaborates regarding IP&C issues with site management and regional IP&C leadership.
• Ensures compliance with established provincial and regional infection control surveillance in Long Term Care (LTC).
• Provides IP&C guidance including: routine practices and additional precautions, sterilization, disinfection and cleaning processes, outbreak management, construction, renovation and maintenance activities including preventative measures for resident safety, and consultation with workplace health safety personnel on staff issues associated with prevention and control of communicable disease transmission.

The incumbent exercises the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed and action to be taken on unusual matters. The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the Mission, Vision and Values; and the policies of Southern Health-Sant\xc3\xa9 Sud.

Qualifications:

• Baccalaureate degree in a health-related field with focus in direct clinical care, microbiology, epidemiology or public health. Completion of an IPAC Canada endorsed Infection Prevention and Control Course. The successful candidate will be expected to complete course within 1 year of hire, if not already completed.
• Certification in Infection Control from Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology, Incorporated preferred.
• Current registration in good standing with professional licensing body required.
• Obtaining and maintaining membership with IPAC Canada required as a condition of employment.
• Knowledge of the key toles and responsibilities of IP&C.
• Knowledge of the Personal Health Information Act (PHIA).
• Knowledge of microbiology, infectious disease, applied epidemiology and biostatistics
• Demonstrated knowledge of IP&C competencies.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skill in the use of relevant computer software applications, including Microsoft Office.
• Minimum 2 years experience in a clinical health setting, OR experience and training in microbiology and infectious diseases, epidemiology, or diagnostics.
• Pervious work experience in the field of IP&C preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to function effectively and collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team to achieve identified objectives.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a self-directed, independent manner with limited supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, interpret and respond appropriately to multiple concurrent activities.
• Complies with all relevant facility, regional, and provincial policies, procedures, standards, operational directives/procedures and other guidance documents.
• Provides cross coverage for PCH IP&C positions within SH-SS as required.
• Performs other duties and functions related to this job description not exceeding stated skills and capabilities as requested.
• Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population is required
• Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions
• Demonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job
• Demonstrated ability to respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats and other mediums
• Good work and attendance record

Conditions of Employment:

• Completes and maintains a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Search, Adult Abuse Registry Check and Child Abuse Registry Check, as appropriate.
• All Health Care workers are required to be immunized as a condition of employment in accordance with Southern Health-Sant\xc3\xa9 Sud policy.
• Requires a valid Class 5 driver\'s license, an all-purpose insured vehicle and liability insurance of at least $1,000,000.00.

We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.

Interested candidates should select the "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.

Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority