Infection Control Officer

Job Description

The Infection Control professional is responsible for supporting the implementation and monitoring of infection prevention and control practices within the hospital. The role involves monitoring hygiene standards, promoting safe clinical practices, educating healthcare staff, and helping reduce the risk of healthcare-associated infections.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor infection prevention and control practices across hospital departments.
• Support the implementation of infection control policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular infection control inspections and audits.
• Monitor hand hygiene, sterilisation, disinfection, and waste management practices.
• Identify and report potential infection risks.
• Support the monitoring and reporting of healthcare-associated infections.
• Educate and guide healthcare staff on infection prevention practices.
• Assist in infection control investigations and improvement activities.
• Maintain infection control reports and documentation.
• Coordinate with clinical teams to promote a safe healthcare environment.

Requirements

• Nursing qualification with a relevant nursing background.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices.
• Understanding of hospital hygiene and patient safety standards.
• Good communication, coordination, and observation skills.
• Ability to work with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.