Job summary Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Hub Lead / Full Time, Permanent/ Edinburgh We are one of the UKs leading independent hospital groups and the largest in terms of revenue.From our 39 hospitals and 33 clinics, medical centres and consulting rooms across England, Wales, and Scotland, we provide diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care in areas including orthopaedics, gynaecology, cardiology, neurology, oncology, and general surgery. We also operate a network of private GPs and provide occupational health services to over 700 corporate clients. We are the principal independent provider by volume of knee and hip operations in the United Kingdom. The group was founded with the acquisition and re-branding of 25 Bupa hospitals in 2007. Since then, Spire Healthcare has made significant capital investments in its estate and continues to deliver successful and award-winning clinical outcomes and high levels of patient satisfaction. Spire is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a member of the FTSE 250. We were the first private hospital provider to publish outcomes data on our website and we have received awards for our clinical quality and high levels of patient satisfaction. Spire Healthcare is committed to the highest quality of patient care. Working in partnership with over 8,760 experienced consultants, we delivered tailored, personalised care to approximately 926,500 inpatients, outpatients, and day case patients in 2022. Main duties of the job Key Responsibilities: Maintain professional development, registration and associated requirements To monitor compliance with Spire policies and their implementation, escalate non-compliance to the DIPC To assist the DIPC in development and delivery of the IPC annual programme To assist the DIPC in development and delivery of the IPC strategy, drive and monitor progress Participate in hospital environmental refurbishment and development, ensuring IPC compliance and sign off To attend the hospitals IPC committee To attend Antimicrobial Stewardship,Water Safety and Ventilation Safety meetings and act as subject matter expert with regard to IPC To participate in the hospital antimicrobial stewardship programme Support clinical teams with post-infection reviews Monitoring and surveillance of infections to include trend analysis Develop strong working relationships and escalation pathways with hospital DIPCs To support the auditing process for IPC, alongside the hospital clinical governance team, identifying any trends, analysing data and compiling reports for both internal and external submission, supporting departments with action planning To carry out mandatory surveillance/reporting to external bodies (PHE/HPS/HPW) for alert organisms To contribute to all local data collection and submission to internal committees for example Clinical Audit and Effectiveness Committee About us Since 1984 Spire Edinburgh Hospitals have been delivering outstanding healthcare in the east of Scotland. We work with leading consultant physicians and surgeons to offer an extensive suite of services for diagnosing and treating a wide range of conditions. Date posted 14 October 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 20426 Job locations 122 Corstorphine Rd, Corstorphine, Edinburgh EH12 6UD Edinburgh EH12 6UD Job description Job responsibilities Further duties: Support clinical colleagues with interpretation of microbiological reports To advise on the local management of patients with infections/infectious conditions To support local information regarding IPC issues to patients and visitors To work with colleagues to identify infection risks and undertake risk assessments to effectively manage the associated risks To work clinically alongside colleagues sharing clinical expertise and knowledge Establish IPC link personnel on all wards and in clinical departments and ensure that they receive regular information and training To educate and train hospital colleagues in methods of IPC, establishing educational programmes to meet the needs of all colleagues To provide information and advice with regards appropriate decontamination Patients, consultants, and general practitioners trust Spire Healthcare to deliver the high-quality care they expect from a leading private healthcare provider. For us, it's more than just treating patients, it's about looking after people. To ensure hospitals are compliant with and adhere to all the regulatory requirements for Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) and provide assurance to the Hospital SMT regarding this. To act as a subject matter expert and educational resource. Predominantly hospital based role with frequent travel to all hospitals within the hub and home Key Requirements: Registered healthcare professional Proven knowledge and experience of working at a senior level within IPC Educated to at least degree level post registration qualification in IPC or can provide evidence that working towards post registration qualification Proven ability to work with minimal supervision Proficiency in IT software including theuse of Microsoft Office software packages, internet and email Ability to travel across the hub. Driving licence would be an advantage High quality presentation and report writing skills Benefits: We offer employed colleagues a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options Spire for you reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers Free wellness screening Private medical insurance Life assurance Spire Healthcare is committed to creating an environment that will attract, retain, and motivate its people. We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to the health and wellbeing of all our colleagues and consultants. We firmly believe that it is our people that make the business successful, and everyone should have the opportunity to work in a motivated team, free from discrimination on any grounds. We, therefore, are keen to receive and review applications from all candidates of under-represented groups who feel they offer the requisite skills. For further information about this role or for an informal conversation about the range of career options available with Spire please contact: Insert your name, job title and email address. For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people. working for administrative purposes where required role will sit within central clinical team Job description Job responsibilities Further duties: Support clinical colleagues with interpretation of microbiological reports To advise on the local management of patients with infections/infectious conditions To support local information regarding IPC issues to patients and visitors To work with colleagues to identify infection risks and undertake risk assessments to effectively manage the associated risks To work clinically alongside colleagues sharing clinical expertise and knowledge Establish IPC link personnel on all wards and in clinical departments and ensure that they receive regular information and training To educate and train hospital colleagues in methods of IPC, establishing educational programmes to meet the needs of all colleagues To provide information and advice with regards appropriate decontamination Patients, consultants, and general practitioners trust Spire Healthcare to deliver the high-quality care they expect from a leading private healthcare provider. For us, it's more than just treating patients, it's about looking after people. To ensure hospitals are compliant with and adhere to all the regulatory requirements for Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) and provide assurance to the Hospital SMT regarding this. To act as a subject matter expert and educational resource. Predominantly hospital based role with frequent travel to all hospitals within the hub and home Key Requirements: Registered healthcare professional Proven knowledge and experience of working at a senior level within IPC Educated to at least degree level post registration qualification in IPC or can provide evidence that working towards post registration qualification Proven ability to work with minimal supervision Proficiency in IT software including theuse of Microsoft Office software packages, internet and email Ability to travel across the hub. Driving licence would be an advantage High quality presentation and report writing skills Benefits: We offer employed colleagues a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options Spire for you reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers Free wellness screening Private medical insurance Life assurance Spire Healthcare is committed to creating an environment that will attract, retain, and motivate its people. We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to the health and wellbeing of all our colleagues and consultants. We firmly believe that it is our people that make the business successful, and everyone should have the opportunity to work in a motivated team, free from discrimination on any grounds. We, therefore, are keen to receive and review applications from all candidates of under-represented groups who feel they offer the requisite skills. For further information about this role or for an informal conversation about the range of career options available with Spire please contact: Insert your name, job title and email address. For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people. working for administrative purposes where required role will sit within central clinical team Person Specification Qualifications Essential Please see above Experience Essential Please see above Person Specification Qualifications Essential Please see above Experience Essential Please see above Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Spire Healthcare Ltd Address 122 Corstorphine Rd, Corstorphine, Edinburgh EH12 6UD Edinburgh EH12 6UD Employer's website https://www.spirehealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)