We are looking for an Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) Coordinator is responsible for development, implementation, maintenance and oversight a robust Infection Control Program, and any associated practices including the resident and staff immunization program and the employee fit testing program for our client's facility in Athen's Ontario.
The IPAC Coordinator is required to meet the needs and expectations of residents in accordance with standards and guidelines of Ministry and other applicable legislation across all disciplines.
This position is actively involved in the surveillance and education of all team members, residents, families, volunteers and contracted workers ensuring completion of mandatory education that supports overall excellence of clinical care as relates to Infection Control. With a focus on continuous improvement and in collaboration with the leadership team, the position will recommend policies and implement procedures and responses to infectious/communicable diseases, compliant with legislation, Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021, Ontario Regulations 246/22 and Home expectations, and ensuring effective IPAC best practices. The IPAC Coordinator is responsible for reporting and liaise with Public Health to manage outbreaks.
Accountabilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of infection control principles and best practices.
• Proficient in resident care practice, microbiology and infectious diseases, epidemiology and biostatistics, and outbreak response.
• Knowledge of and demonstrated ability in analysis, measurement and evaluative methods, facilitation and presentation skills.
• Familiarity with Long Term Care assessment and care planning processes.
• Highly developed interpersonal, public, labour relations and problem-solving skills to build and maintain effective relationships and partnerships with a range of internal and external stakeholders including residents, families, leadership team, and outside agencies.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing at all organizational levels.
• Ability to effectively use leadership evaluate the IPAC activities of staff in collaboration with the Home's leadership team.
• Superior organizational skills; detail oriented and able to manage priorities and demands in an environment with high expectations and frequently competing deadlines.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision within a team-delivered interdisciplinary organizational model.
• Demonstrated skills in documentation, written reports and clinical evaluations.
• Practical financial skills including inventory management of IPAC supplies and monitoring of expenditures.
• Advanced computer skills in electronic documentation software (PCC, POC, eMAR, RAI-MDS), MS Office including word processing and spreadsheets.
• Sound knowledge of Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care Program Standards and all other applicable policies, legislation and regulations, and its application in the workplace.
• Knowledge of Public Health Regulations, Registered Health Professionals Act, Provincial Infectious Diseases Advisory and privacy legislation.
• Professional competencies related to lifelong learning, public relations and health environment awareness.
• Proven effective decision maker with sound judgement and track record for innovation and results oriented leadership. • Current knowledge of clinical issues for geriatric residents, infection control, principles of adult education, quality improvement and risk management principles and strategies.

Knowledge of occupational health and safe best practices, procedures, and legislation.

• Infection Prevention and Control – General (approximately 50%)
• Infection Prevention and Control – Surveillance (approximately 30%)
• Infection Prevention and Control – Education (approximately 10%)

Legislative Requirements

• Perform the responsibilities of the position within the legislative and regulatory standards set out in applicable government Legislation, Directives, and Standards, By-Laws and operational polices of the Home and the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville.
• Ensure a high level of respect for confidentiality for both the organization as a whole and staff per the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA) the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act, the Personal Health Information Act (PHIPPA), the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care Act and its Regulations and the College of Nurses of Ontario Standards of Practice.
• Protect health and safety of self and others by adopting safe work practices, reporting/addressing unsafe conditions, and attending all relevant in-services regarding occupational health and safety. Fulfill employee and employer responsibilities in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, and Workplace Hazardous Material Information System.
• As set out in the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville's Emergency Plan, perform duties on the declaration of an emergency.

Position Qualifications

• B.Sc.N. degree or equivalent education and experience preferred. • Additional education in other healthcare related field, e.g., Microbiology, Epidemiology, Public Health, Health Science, or Occupational Health an asset.Certificate in Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) from approved course.
• Certified in Infection Control (CIC®) from the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC), ss.102 (5) and 102(6) of the Regulation, by March 2025.
• Current College of Nurses of Ontario registration in good standing.
• Required to obtain and maintain a satisfactory criminal record and vulnerable sector checks.
• Driver's license and vehicle or other reliable means to travel in a timely manner to other offices, work sites or business travel as authorized and requested

What you can expect$44.77 - $53.29/hour - $81,481 - $96,987/Annually35 hours weeklySigning BonusSick leave, STD, and LTD after your probation.2 weeks of paid vacation.100% employer paid benefits package after 3 months.Location: Athens, OntarioWe encourage all interested candidates to forward their resume and a covering letter outlining their experience qualifications to Janet Ross, National Director at [email protected]
Drake Medox Health Services has been an established health care service provider in Winnipeg for over 52 years. As part of the Drake Medox team, you will have the opportunity to be part of a team that makes a positive difference in the lives of our clients and their families. Apply now and we look forward to meeting you!