Practitioner-TFT Infection Control

Impactful Work:
Your leadership will directly influence the quality of care provided to our patients and the efficiency of our operations, in a values based team environment.

We offer acomprehensive benefits package and competitive salary to attract

We are proud to participate in the Healthcare of Ontario

Pension Plan (HOOPP),offering our employees the security and peace of mind that comes with having

access to a pension plan. We understand the importance of financial well‑being and believe that a strong

pension recognizes our employees, like you, and provides a stable foundation for your future as partof our

overall compensation package. When you join, you automatically contribute to the Plan each payperiod. As

your employer, we also contribute $1.26 for every dollar you contribute.

We provide quality Care to Patients and Families, supported and advanced by research, innovation

and education that is responsive to the needs of the peoples of Northwestern Ontario.

Exceptional care for every patient, every time.

Diversity, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Accountability

The Hospital strives to deliver care that is centred on patient sand families. Patient and Family Centred Care (PFCC)

is the provision of care that is respectful of, and responsive to individual patient/family preferences, needs, and values

and ensures that those values guide all decisions. Creating acaring environment for patients and families ensures

continuity of care and fosters a learning environment. Applicants are required to have a demonstrated knowledge,

understanding and commitment to this care philosophy.

Under the direction of the Manager, Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC), the Infection Control Practitioner (ICP)

is responsible for the ongoing activity of the Infection Prevention and Control program for Thunder Bay Regional

Health Sciences Centre.

• Degree or diploma in a health related field (e.g. Bachelor of Science, Practical Nursing, Medical Laboratory
• Current unencumbered license or registration from applicable regulatory body (e.g. College of Nurses of Ontario,
• College of Medical Laboratory Technologists) and Certification in Infection Control (CIC) from the Certification Board
• of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC).
• Continued CIC from CBIC Completion of IPAC‑Canada endorsedinfection control program.
• Recent experience working as an Infection Control Practitioner,preferably in an acute care setting, with current
• knowledge of infectious diseases and method to effectively control their spread with training or experience in
• healthcare epidemiology and infection control.

• Computer proficiency in word, power point and excel.
• Excellent time management, problem‑solving and communications skills.
• Demonstrates ability to work independently or a as part of ateam.

Salary Range: $38.011 to 58.980

The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and security of the patients, visitors, employees and assets financial and otherwise. All offers of employment to external candidates shall be conditional upon: a satisfactory

Criminal Records Check (CRC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof of

full vaccinations approved by Health Canada to Occupational Health& Safety. Candidates will have demonstrated

adherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct. Regular attendance atwork is imperative, therefore, all applicants will

have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered forthis position.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment supporting diversity in our work

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