Infection Control Facilitator

2 months ago

Mackay, Australia Mater Misericordiae Ltd Full time

About the role

The Infection Control Facilitator (“ICF”) shall undertake responsibility of the development of programs, policies and processes that align and comply with contemporary infection control practices, applicable legislative regulations, and standards. The ICF shall collaborate with Departments and Quality Manager to ensure initiatives and programs are consistent and applicable to the Hospital operational and strategic objectives.

What you’ll be doing

Develop, manage, and evaluate governance of infection prevention and control systems, related programs, and services. Design, coordinate implementation and undertake evaluation of the healthcare facility’s infection prevention and control program and policies in compliance with the respective state and national accreditation, licensing, policy, or regulatory requirements. Provide expert infection prevention consultancy and strategic direction to the healthcare facility. Assist on decisions on facility construction and design, patient placement ratios and environmental assessments.

About you

Demonstrating the necessary qualifications and knowledge of the AS/NZS 4187:2014 and AS/NZ 5369 and the NSQHS standards associated with the preventing and controlling of healthcare associated infections are key features of the role. Mater will discuss options for financial and educational support to you in attaining this criterion while you work in the role. Other professional features include:

Current and ongoing registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as a Registered Nurse; and Ability to demonstrate clinical and critical problem-solving skills. Demonstrated knowledge and experience with the implementation and ongoing management of NSQHS Standard 3 – Preventing & Controlling Infections.

Why join us?

is Queensland’s largest and most innovative not-for-profit healthcare service, providing care for almost 700,000 patients a year across a network of 11 hospitals.

We are a leader in healthcare, education and research — and that’s because we employ exceptional people. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

Via salary packaging arrangements, allocate some living expenses directly from your pre-taxable income and ultimately increase your take-home pay. Access to package meal and entertainment expenses via salary packaging Access to leading education and professional development via Mater Education Access to our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams Discounts to local and national business/venues for Dining/Retail/Travel & Accommodation/Other Discounted food and beverage at various campus cafés and coffee venues

On submission of your application please include a current curriculum vitae and a covering letter specifying why you believe you should be considered for this career developing opportunity.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Other information

This part-time role will be performed Monday to Friday with an expectation that hours are across 4 to 5 days, however, may vary depending on operational need. Mater recognises the importance of work-life balance and can accommodate flexible work arrangements where possible.

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