Infection Control Specialist
Infection Control Specialist
We currently have an urgent need for an Infection Control Specialist to join us in Dubbo. This role will require travel between bases.
Classifications
- Healthcare & Medicine
- Nurse / Midwife
- Contract or Temp
Key points
- Seeking a Nursing or Allied Health professional
- Contract Role
- Join RFDS during this crucial time
Description
Infection Control Specialist
Maximum Term Contract
The Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia South Eastern Section (RFDSSE) provides comprehensive health services to rural and remote communities in Far West NSW, SA and QLD.
We’re currently seeking an Infection Control Specialist to lead and evaluate the implementation of the Infection Control Management Plan.
Responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Provide timely and accurate reports including action plans related to the infection control program
- Manage, coordinate and support Infection control portfolio holders to deliver on Infection control programs
- Co-design and implement the antimicrobial stewardship program (auditing, case review, data collection and escalation of concerns)
- Assist with the delivery of infection control and staff safety promotional programs as required
Essential Criteria:
- Tertiary qualification in relevant Nursing or Allied Health
- Willingness and availability to travel frequently between bases
- Demonstrated specialist nursing knowledge and advanced clinical skills in infection prevention
- Demonstrated ability to facilitate adult learning across a range of subject areas pertinent to infection prevention
The RFDSSE aim to fill vacancies as quickly as possible. This means that we will close adverts as soon as we have found the right candidate. We would therefore advise interested applicants to submit an application as early as possible.
RFDSSE is an equal opportunity employer
