Infection Control Support Associate

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

Infect Ctrl Supp Assoc

Closing Date: 09/22/2026

Facility / Site: To Be Determined

Posting Type: Education LOA

Position Type: Full-Time

Hours of Work: Days

Term Dates: 09/15/2026-09/01/2028

FTE: 1

Union Group: MGEU Technical Professional

Wage / Salary: As per applicable collective agreement

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.

• 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…