COVID Screener - Entrance

The primary role of the Screener is to greet and screen all staff, physicians, learners, patients and visitors that enter through the St. Michael’s Hospital site main lobbies of Unity Health Toronto for any symptoms of COVID-19.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Screen all persons wishing to enter the hospital for symptoms of COVID-19 using a standardized screening tool
• Maintain flow at the entrance ensuring everyone entering the location is screened
• Ensure hand sanitization and distribute masks according to mask distribution guidelines
• Adhere to necessary policy and procedures related to wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Verify staff eligibility for entrance into the hospital by verifying employment status with hospital ID
• Ensure all persons entering the facility follow proper precautionary measures and wear the correct protective apparel as required
• Refer individuals to advanced screening or placement within a room in the ED if required

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Successful completion of a high school diploma
• Availability to work a variety of shifts (days, evenings, nights), 7 days per week
• Willingness to work both indoors and outdoors and to stand for extended periods of time
• Willingness to wear protective apparel (mask, gloves and gowns)
• Demonstrated strong communication, customer service and interpersonal skills
• Thoroughness and attention to detail
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Problem solving and decision-making skills
• Sound judgment and conflict management skills
• Reliability and punctuality
• Demonstrated ability to work co-operative with a variety of people in a team environment
• Second language(s) is an asset