M42 — one of the world’s most advanced healthcare organizations operating across 480+ facilities in 27 countries — is seeking an Infection Prevention and Control Practitioner for Sheikh Sultan bin Zayed Hospital in the UAE’s Northern Emirates region. This full-time clinical role leads the development, implementation, and evaluation of the hospital’s infection control program in full compliance with DOH and JCI standards, working directly with clinical and non-clinical teams to protect every patient, every day.
About M42 & Sheikh Sultan bin Zayed Hospital
M42 Global Network: 480+ healthcare facilities across 27 countries with 20,000+ dedicated professionals
Hospital Overview: State-of-the-art, JCI-accredited hospital with 200+ beds serving Abu Dhabi’s Northern Emirates
Partner Network: Imperial College London Diabetes Centre · Amana Healthcare · Mubadala Health Dubai · Healthpoint
Mission: World-class, community-focused care for military personnel, their families, and the broader Northern Emirates community
Technology: Cutting-edge health technologies and precision medicine driving patient-centered outcomes
Why This IPC Role in Sharjah UAE is a High-Impact Healthcare Career Move
Global Organization: Join a network that redefines healthcare across 27 countries with world-class clinical standards
JCI Accreditation: Work within one of the highest international hospital quality frameworks in the Middle East
Clinical Prestige: Partner with Imperial College London Diabetes Centre and other globally recognized medical institutions
UAE Healthcare Growth: Infection control specialists are among the highest-demand clinical professionals in the UAE in 2026
Position Overview
The Infection Control Practitioner at M42’s Sheikh Sultan bin Zayed Hospital is a clinically critical role responsible for the full lifecycle of infection prevention and control — from surveillance and trend analysis to staff education and outbreak response. You will ensure the hospital’s IPC program meets all DOH and JCI regulatory and accreditation requirements, reduce healthcare-associated infections through evidence-based practices, and work hand-in-hand with clinical leadership to continuously improve patient safety outcomes across the organization.
Why This Role Matters: In a JCI-accredited hospital serving military personnel, their families, and the wider Northern Emirates community, infection prevention is not a back-office function — it is the foundation of patient safety. As IPC Practitioner at M42, your surveillance work, clinical guidance, and staff training directly prevent healthcare-associated infections that can harm the most vulnerable patients. Every protocol you implement and every audit you conduct contributes to saving lives and protecting the hospital’s world-class accreditation status.
Key Responsibilities
Infection Surveillance & Reporting
- Monitor, investigate, and report healthcare-associated infections in full accordance with DOH and JCI standards
- Conduct ongoing surveillance activities, analyze infection trends, and support timely corrective and preventive action implementation
- Prepare detailed IPC reports for clinical leadership and quality management teams with actionable recommendations
Infection Prevention Best Practices
- Provide clinical expertise on isolation precautions, device-associated infection reduction strategies, and environmental hygiene protocols
- Oversee sterilization practices and ensure all decontamination processes meet regulatory and accreditation requirements
- Lead outbreak response planning and real-time management when infection incidents occur within the facility
Staff Education & Competency Development
- Facilitate comprehensive staff education programs to promote adherence to infection prevention and control protocols
- Assess clinical and non-clinical staff competency in IPC practices and develop targeted training to address gaps
- Build a strong culture of infection awareness and personal protective practice across all hospital departments
Clinical & Leadership Collaboration
- Partner with clinical and facility leadership to evaluate infection risks and support departmental IPC audits
- Drive continuous improvement in infection control performance across all hospital units and service areas
- Collaborate with the quality team to ensure IPC findings are integrated into hospital-wide safety improvement plans
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Epidemiology, Microbiology, Medical Technology, Public Health, or another healthcare science field
- Master’s degree in Nursing or a health-related field is preferred for senior applicants
Experience Requirements
- Minimum three years of experience in Infection Control and Prevention in any patient care environment
- Minimum two years of direct patient care experience in a clinical setting
Certification & Licensing
- Certification in Infection Control (CIC) is required for this position
- DOH or DHA nursing license is strongly preferred — candidates with active UAE licensure will be prioritized
About M42 — Redefining the Future of Global Healthcare
M42 delivers comprehensive healthcare services across the full continuum of care — from primary care through advanced specialty treatments — leveraging cutting-edge health technologies and precision medicine to ensure the highest standards of clinical effectiveness, efficiency, and patient-centered outcomes. With a global presence spanning more than 480 facilities across 27 countries and a dedicated workforce of over 20,000 professionals, M42 is uniquely positioned to redefine the future of healthcare at a global scale.
Career Excellence: Joining M42’s Sheikh Sultan bin Zayed Hospital places you at the intersection of world-class clinical innovation, JCI-accredited care standards, and a globally connected healthcare network that is actively shaping the future of medicine in the UAE and across the world.
Who Should Apply?
- Certified Infection Control Professionals: With CIC certification and 3+ years IPC experience in a hospital or patient care environment in the UAE or GCC
- DOH / DHA Licensed Nurses: With a clinical background in infection prevention, microbiology, or public health ready to join a JCI-accredited hospital
- Clinical IPC Specialists: Experienced in surveillance, outbreak response, and evidence-based infection prevention protocols at an institutional level
- Public Health & Epidemiology Graduates: With hands-on IPC practice experience in acute or community healthcare settings
- Healthcare Professionals Seeking UAE Roles: With proven infection control expertise wanting to grow within one of the Middle East’s most globally connected hospital networks
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