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We are now looking for a new employee who has an interest in working with infection prevention and control measures and who finds it easy to work independently and in a team.

The Infection Control Unit works regionally and is tasked with preventing and reducing the spread of infectious and healthcare-associated infections within healthcare and social services in Region Örebro County. We also monitor the epidemiological situation in the county and provide support during outbreaks of, for example, resistant bacteria. Organizationally, Infection Control is under the Operations and Management Support - Patient Safety Center. The unit is located in the USÖ area but we work throughout the county. Our responsibilities include the region's three hospitals, primary care, dental care, and the municipalities in the county. The Infection Control team consists of two infection control physicians and five infection control nurses. The unit is characterized by good team spirit, effective communication, and high competence.

Region Örebro County is one of the largest employers in the county and an important growth engine in the region. We work for people's health, safety, and well-being, and for the development of the county. With us, there are exciting and important jobs in areas such as healthcare, dental care, public transport, culture, and business development. Together we create a better life.

Infection Control Physician for Infection Control, Patient Safety Center

Responsibilities

• As an infection control physician, you will work in a well-functioning team and in close collaboration with infection control nurses, the infection control unit, the infectious diseases clinic, clinical microbiology, and the patient safety center.
• Outbreak management of, for example, multi-resistant bacteria within healthcare and social services.
• Educate healthcare personnel and students in infection prevention routines and serve as a consultant in infection control issues.
• Develop appropriate local infection control guidelines based on evidence, national guidelines, and legal regulations.
• Act as an infection control expert in property issues related to ventilation, planning, and renovation.

The work is varied and largely dependent on current events, which means both handling urgent infection control issues and long-term strategic work within the infection control area.

Additional Information

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Qualifications

We are looking for a licensed physician, preferably in the specialties of infectious diseases or clinical microbiology. It is advantageous if you have specialist competence in infection control or previous experience working in Infection Control.

We are looking for someone with good communication and pedagogical skills, who enjoys working in a team and has several years of experience in Swedish healthcare. We would like you to be able to take initiative and drive the team's commitments forward together with the Infection Control team. We will place great emphasis on personal suitability for the role.

About the Position:

Permanent employment, 100% position. Working hours are scheduled for weekdays from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The employment can be combined with other clinical duties.

Application

The application should include a CV and a cover letter. Certificates, grades, diplomas, etc. should be submitted at a possible interview.

If you are or have previously been employed in Region Örebro County, we will take internal references from your current or previous manager if you are considered for employment.

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