Summary
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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Sujan Thiyagarajah

Scaborough,Ontario

Summary

Infection Prevention & Control Manager professional with over 14 years of dedicated experience, equipped with a solid foundation in physiotherapy and medical studies, seeks to bring a forward-thinking approach to ensuring the safety and well-being of long-term care residents. This professional combines detail-oriented analytical skills, strong leadership, and comprehensive knowledge of infection prevention protocols to develop, implement, and lead effective control programs. Aiming to leverage expertise in risk assessment, emergency response, and quality improvement to innovate and enhance healthcare settings.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Residential Care Aide

Freelancer
Toronto, ON
09.2018 - Current
  • Providing empathetic, comprehensive care to residents in a home setting
  • Successfully maintained a 100% safety record over a 3-year period
  • Skilled in using assistive devices for safe patient transfers
  • Problem-solved challenging behavioral situations, improving overall home atmosphere
  • Significantly improved residents' quality of life through personalized care plans

Election Worker

City Of Toronto
Toronto, ON
2021 - 2023
  • Exhibited strong work ethic and quick learning ability in an Election Worker role at City of Toronto.
  • Contributed significantly to team success through collaborative efforts and innovative problem-solving.
  • Demonstrated analytical skills in managing election processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
  • Facilitated smooth election process, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality for the City of Toronto.
  • Analyzed voter data to enhance election integrity, leading to a smoother electoral process.

Physician Assistant

SM Medical Centre
Toronto, ON
2018 - 2019
  • Conducted patient assessments and physical examinations, ordering and interpreting laboratory tests and diagnostic studies.
  • Developed plans for patient management with physicians' supervision.
  • Documented all patient visits in an electronic medical record system using appropriate coding.
  • Counseled patients about wellness activities including diet and exercise regimens; referred patients to specialists when necessary.
  • Monitored progress of patients over time through regular follow-up visits.

Infection Prevention Resident

Milton Cato Hospital
Chicago, USA
2016 - 2017
  • Collaborated in a clinical rotation focusing on infection medicine
  • Assisted healthcare professionals in managing diverse infectious diseases, honing practical skills
  • Implemented advanced infection control techniques, enhancing patient outcomes
  • Optimized infection control protocols, ensuring safer patient care environments
  • Applied innovative problem-solving to infection prevention, bolstering the hospital's standard of care

Infection Prevention Control Manager

Milton Cato Hospital
St.Vincent And The Grenadines
2013 - 2015
  • Led and coordinated a comprehensive infection prevention and control program in a long-term care facility.

• Developed and implemented policies and procedures to ensure

compliance with relevant acts and legislations.

• Conducted regular audits and inspections to identify infection control

hazards and implemented corrective measures.

  • Boosted staff compliance through targeted training, cutting infection rates.
  • Introduced digital tracking for infection incidents, enhancing response time.
  • Spearheaded digital infection tracking, slashing response times & cutting rates.

Long Term Care Provider

Dr. MGR Medical University
Chennai, India
2011 - 2012
  • Implemented innovative infection prevention protocols in a long-term care facility, ensuring patient safety.
  • Conducted authoritative audits, ensuring infection control standards compliance.
  • Educated staff enthusiastically on infection prevention best practices, enhancing overall facility hygiene.
  • Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary teams to manage infectious disease outbreaks, minimizing resident risk.
  • Analyzed infection data analytically, identifying trends for targeted prevention strategies, reducing infection rates.

Chief Physiotherapist Supervisor

Vijaya Hospital
Chennai, India
2010 - 2011
  • Led a comprehensive infection control program at Vijaya Hospital, ensuring top-tier patient care.
  • Devised and enforced safety policies, achieving full legislative compliance and a safer environment.
  • Conducted meticulous audits to identify and rectify infection risks promptly.
  • Educated diverse audience on infection prevention best practices, fostering a culture of safety.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to manage disease outbreaks effectively, minimizing risks.

Education

M.D. -

All Saints University
St.Vincent And The Grenadines
01-2015

Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy

Dr. M.G.R Medical University
Chennai, India
01-2011

Skills

  • Patient Assessments
  • Strategic Planning
  • Performance Management
  • Performance Evaluations
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Quality Improvement
  • Medical Research
  • Emergency Response
  • Training Development
  • Detail Oriented
  • Data Entry
  • Problem-Solving
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Personalized Care Plans
  • Proficient in Microsoft office

Certification

  • IPAC

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Residential Care Aide

Freelancer
09.2018 - Current

Election Worker

City Of Toronto
2021 - 2023

Physician Assistant

SM Medical Centre
2018 - 2019

Infection Prevention Resident

Milton Cato Hospital
2016 - 2017

Infection Prevention Control Manager

Milton Cato Hospital
2013 - 2015

Long Term Care Provider

Dr. MGR Medical University
2011 - 2012

Chief Physiotherapist Supervisor

Vijaya Hospital
2010 - 2011

M.D. -

All Saints University

Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy

Dr. M.G.R Medical University
Sujan Thiyagarajah