Position #: 157789
Expected Start Date: September 28, 2026
Union: HSAS
Facility: Population Health Unit
City/Town: La Ronge
Department: Infection Prevention and Control
Type: Full-time regular
FTE: 1
Shift Information: Days
Number of Hours per Rotation: 28 shifts of 8 hours per 6 weeks
Relief: No
Float: No
Hours of Work: Standard Hours
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Infection Control Practitioner $44.356 to $53.2
Travel Required: No
Job Description: Accountable to the Manager, the Infection Control Practitioner is responsible for providing infection prevention and control related services within the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) integrated service areas by supporting implementation and maintenance of an effective Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) program, providing training and education related to IPAC and infectious diseases, and by consulting on matters related to IPAC as an expert resource. The incumbent will participate in quality improvement or research activities as needed within the SHA.
Human Resources Exemption: No
Education
- Degree in Nursing or relevant Health Sciences Degree acceptable to the Employer
Licenses
- Valid Class 5 driver's license
Other Education and Training
Knowledge and Abilities
- Knowledge of microbiology & infectious disease
- Knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to be self directed and work relatively independently
- Ability to communicate components of infection control to staff and patients
- Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Knowledge to identify, investigate & control outbreaks of infectious diseases
- Demonstrates effective leadership and management skills
- Possesses knowledge of and has job related experience in health care
- Knowledge of & able to utilize, principles of program development & teaching
Other Information
- For more information on the town of La Ronge please visit https://www.laronge.ca/
- La Ronge is located approximately 241 km north of Prince Albert
- Current Certification in Infection Control and Epidemiology (CIC) is an asset
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.
Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.
Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.
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Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.