Job Description

GENERAL

Description:

Infection Ctrl Support Associate, LTC

Competition #:

IERHA 405/25

Posting Date:

02/18/2025

Status:

Active

Type:

External

DESCRIPTION

The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority

Our Vision

We will be recognized as a trusted health-care partner, providing sustainable, accessible, integrated, evidence-based care to improve health status and outcomes in all of our communities and achieve health equity across the region.

Our Mission

We work in partnership with all stakeholders, contributing to the health and well-being of our communities, by providing timely access to reliable care in a culturally safe manner that respects diversity.

Our Values

Always with compassion, Success in collaboration, Accountability in everything we do, Acting with integrity, Respectful of each other

Collaboration | Accessibility | Respect | Excellence | Innovation | Quality Customer Service

Infection Control Support Associate, LTC

InfectCtrl SuppAssoc LTC_03

Closing Date:

02/25/2025

Facility / Site:

To Be Determined

Posting Type:

Permanent

Position Type:

Full-Time

Hours of Work:

Days

Term Dates:

-

FTE:

1

Union Group:

MGEU Technical Professional

Wage / Salary:

As per applicable collective agreement

Position Summary:

Under the direction of site leadership and receiving IP&C clinical leadership and direction from the Regional Nurse 4 Infection Prevention & Control LTC and working within the Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Direction of the hiring organization, the ICP 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 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 position of Infection Control Support Associate, Long Term Care functions in a manner consistent with, and supports the mission, vision and values of the Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority.

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. 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 an asset. Current registration in good standing with professional licensing body required. Certification in Infection Control from Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology, Incorporated preferred. Obtaining and maintaining membership with IPAC Canada required as a condition of employment. Knowledge of the key roles 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. Minimum 2 years' experience in a clinical health care setting, OR experience and training in microbiology and infectious diseases, epidemiology, or diagnostics. Previous 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. Demonstrated knowledge and skill in the use of relevant computer software applications, including Microsoft Office. Valid Manitoba drivers license and access to a vehicle required. Must be able to travel within the applicable geographic area (SDO specific) to fulfill the duties of this position. Mental and physical ability to meet the demands of the position. Completes and maintains a satisfactory pre-employment security check. Satisfactory employment record.

Internal applicants must include a current resume with application upon change of department, site, program and or classification.

As a condition of employment, all successful applicants will be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check (with vulnerable sector screening), adult abuse and child abuse registry checks prior to commencing employment.

The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people at all levels within our workforce. We encourage successful Indigenous individuals to self-declare by completing a voluntary self-declaration as part of the application process.


Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to communicate in more than one language would be considered an asset. Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions.


The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. Accessibility accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.


All health care workers are required to be immunized as a condition of employment in accordance with the Interlake-Eastern RHA Policy (GA-13-P-110 Required Immunizations for Health Care Workers).


The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority delivers health-care services on First Nation Treaty Territories 1, 2, 3 and 5 and on the homeland of the Metis Nation. We respect that First Nations treaties were made on these territories, acknowledge harms and mistakes, and we dedicate ourselves to collaborate in partnership with First Nations, Inuit and Metis peoples in the spirit of reconciliation.