- Full-time, permanent opportunity based in Wahroonga, NSW
- Lead and manage all aspects of the Infection Prevention and Control program
- Make an impact in this influential role in our supportive team
Taking care of people is our reason for being
At Sydney Adventist Hospital, fondly known as the San, caring for people is at the core of who we are. It’s what drives us to deliver exceptional outcomes for our patients and it’s a shared sense of purpose that extends to everyone who works here.
When you join our team, you’ll feel valued and supported by our strong commitment to learning, flexibility, great benefits and a positive culture of teamwork and cooperation.
Some of the exceptional benefits we offer include
- As a not-for-profit, we offer salary packaging that can reduce the amount of tax you pay, which can leave you with thousands of dollars more in your pocket.
- Up to 14 weeks paid parental leave
- Discounted gym membership for you and your family using Fitness Passport
- Great on campus amenities including cafés, gift shop, florist and even a hairdresser
- We have many other benefits as well – learn more when you meet us!
What you will be doing in this role
We are seeking an experienced and strategic leader to oversee Infection Prevention & Control across our hospital. This key role is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive IPC strategy aligned with national and state standards, including NSQHS and the National Hand Hygiene Initiative.
Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will lead infection surveillance, audits, outbreak management, and risk mitigation. You’ll ensure compliance, drive continuous improvement, and provide expert guidance on infection control practices organisation wide.
This role also focuses on workforce development through ongoing education and training, while contributing to evidence-based policy through engagement with current research and emerging best practices.
We’re looking for a clinically experienced professional with strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills—someone ready to make a meaningful impact on patient safety and clinical outcomes.
Who we’re looking for
- You’ll be a qualified Registered Nurse (NSW) with postgraduate tertiary qualifications in Infection Control; Master's in Infection Control completed or in progress highly regarded.
- You’ll have extensive expertise in Infection Prevention & Control with over 5 years’ experience, including outbreak management and emergency preparedness in acute healthcare settings.
- You’ll have a strong understanding of national standards, including the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards and evidence-based outcome measures.
- You’ll have proven leadership and management capability, with experience leading teams, guiding clinical practice, and supporting multidisciplinary collaboration.
- You’ll be technologically proficient, with solid computer literacy across the Microsoft Office suite and healthcare-related digital tools.
About Us
Adventist HealthCare owns and operates San Day Surgery, Hornsby, and the Sydney Adventist Hospital. The San is NSW’s largest private hospital. Founded in 1903, we are proudly faith-based and have a proven history of being industry pioneers in ground-breaking research and delivering superior patient care. As a not-for-profit, we continually reinvest in cutting-edge technology and facilities, providing exceptional outcomes for our dedicated team of 2400+ staff members and the community we serve.
What to expect
Successful candidates will be required to complete a range of pre-employment checks and assessments. These vary and could include professional references, functional questionnaire, a national police check, working with children check, vaccination evidence, among others.
How to apply
If you see yourself in this role, then we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the ‘Apply’ button and we’ll keep you up to date on how your application is progressing.
Applications close 5th May 2025. Note that this is subject to change and applications will be reviewed as they are received and progressed to interview and appointed if deemed suitable. Therefore, we encourage you to Apply Now to avoid disappointment.
If you would like to know more, then please feel free to contact our Talent Acquisition Specialist, Olivia Jacobs on careers@sah.org.au. Please note that no applications via email will be accepted.
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