Summary

• Entrance screener will screen all visitors and vendors entering the facility and will refer to the COVID-19 guidelines and direction of Infection Prevention, Risk and Incident Command Center to screen for symptoms of COVID-19. 


• This position is involved in conducting temperature reading and pandemic questionnaire for acceptance into clinical environment. Position will be based at designated entrances to the Facilities.


• Working 40 hours per week and the shifts hours is 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM from Mon to Fri

• Use a touch less thermometer to obtain a temperature reading of all individuals entering the facility. Proficient in operating thermometer and trouble shooting error codes and other thermometer problems.

• Follow the CDC COVID-19 guidelines to determine if an individual is clear to enter the facility. Explains to individuals visiting the facility the need for screening;prevents visitors from entry into the facility if screening criteria is not met.

• Comfort level with managing resistance to visitor guidelines, if required.

• Ensure individuals maintain appropriate social distancing of 6 feet as recommended by the CDC during temperature screening process.

• Screening employees are provided Personal Protective Equipment such as medical masks.Must use PPE correctly.

• Carries out interventions safely and in compliance with screening guidelines to facilitate achievement of expected outcomes such as safe hospital entry.

• Carries out delegated patient care activities appropriate for a screener and communicates with other members of the healthcare team.

• Assists with patient/visitor way finding within the facility.

• Delivery of materials to specific departments.

• Contacts units/departments to obtain visitor clearance when needed.

• Actively participates and demonstrates effective Customer/Guest Relations.

• HIPAA: Maintains confidentiality of all personnel and patient matters.

• Complies with the hospital’s Corporate Compliance Program including, but not limited to,the Ethical Code of Conduct, laws and regulations, and hospital policies and procedures.

Education/Skills:

• High School graduate or GED


• Excellent attention to detail


• Strong communication skills


• Requires knowledge of hospital layout and locations

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications: None

•  US Citizen


•  Green Card