Ipac Manager - Full Time - Sherwood Court

Extendicarefortmcleod

Sherwood Court, , Canada
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Infection prevention and control (ipac) practices
Infectious disease surveillance
Outbreak management
** This job posting is for a full-time Infection Control (IPAC) Manager at Extendicare's Sherwood Court in Canada. The role focuses on overseeing infection prevention and control practices, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of quality care within a long-term care setting. **

Job Summary

  • The Infection Control (IC) Manager supports the development and implementation of Extendicare’s person‑centered care philosophy, establishing a culture of compliance and adherence to Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) practices.
  • Key responsibilities include managing and overseeing the IPAC program, conducting infectious disease surveillance, auditing IPAC practices, managing outbreaks, and providing education to staff, residents, and families.
  • Extendicare offers continuous mentorship, opportunities for career advancement, a rewarding work experience, an Employee and Family Assistance Program, and a robust benefits package.

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** This job posting is for a full-time Infection Control (IPAC) Manager at Extendicare's Sherwood Court in Canada. The role focuses on overseeing infection prevention and control practices, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of quality care within a long-term care setting. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) practices
  • infectious disease surveillance
  • outbreak management
  • hand hygiene program
  • IPAC education delivery
  • collaboration with public health

Nice-to-have

  • person-centered care philosophy
  • continuous quality improvement
  • ethical issue identification
  • team-building skills
  • proficiency in a second language

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 1 year healthcare experience in long-term care
  • Minimum 3 years managerial/supervisory experience in healthcare
  • Successful completion of IPAC Canada-endorsed course
  • Current certification in Infection Control from CBIC (by April 11, 2025)

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