Infection Control Practitioner

Job Description

Job Description

Overview and Purpose of the Role

Reporting directly to the Manager, Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) this role is responsible to support the implementation, evaluation, and maintenance of the organization’s Infection Prevention and Control Program. The incumbent will work to ensure that infection control practices are effectively applied across clinical and non-clinical areas to minimize the risk of healthcare-associated infections and maintain compliance with Public Health Ontario (PHO), IPAC Canada, Ministry of Health, and Accreditation Canada standards

Key Duties & Responsibilities :

• Conduct routine and targeted surveillance of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) using established definitions (e.g., Canadian Nosocomial Infection Surveillance Program / National Healthcare Safety Network (CNISP / NHSN))
• Conduct routine and targeted surveillance of surgical site infections (SSIs) using established definitions (e.g., CNISP / NHSN)
• Analyze and report infection trends, rates, and clusters to leadership and clinical teams
• Assist in outbreak detection, investigation, and control in collaboration with the IPAC manager and Public Health authorities
• Deliver IPAC education sessions for staff, physicians, and students
• Promote best practices in hand hygiene, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) use, environmental cleaning, and aseptic technique
• Support onboarding education and competency validation for new employees
• Perform compliance audits (hand hygiene, PPE, reprocessing, environmental cleaning)
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and make evidence-based recommendations
• Maintain documentation and assist with Accreditation Canada readiness
• Assist in developing and revising infection control policies and procedures
• Ensure alignment with Public Helath Ontario (PHO), IPAC Canada, and organizational standards
• Support risk assessments for new programs, renovations, and construction projects
• Provide expert consultation to staff on isolation precautions and infection risk mitigation
• Collaborate with Occupational Health, Environmental Services, and Clinical departments
• Liaise with Public Health units during outbreaks or reportable disease events

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Skills & Qualifications :

Join Our Team : Schroeder Ambulatory Centre is a non-profit medical facility dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for Ontarians through accessible, outpatient healthcare. The Centre will offer a comprehensive range of clinical, diagnostic, and surgical services in alignment with its mission to reduce pain, improve mobility, and streamline healthcare delivery.

In collaboration with hospital and academic partners, Schroeder Ambulatory Centre aims to strengthen public health capacity and drive innovation in care, ensuring a more efficient and compassionate healthcare experience for the community.

At Schroeder Ambulatory Centre, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience for all candidates. If you require accommodations at any stage of the hiring process due to a disability or medical condition, please let us know. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met in a respectful and confidential manner.

We appreciate all applications; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This posting is for a current vacancy