What are the responsibilities and job description for the Screener position at Munson Healthcare?
SUMMARY
The Screener is responsible for greeting and acknowledging all patients, visitors, employees, contractor, and vendors entering the facility, ensuring they are accurately screened and meet the entry criteria.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
High School Diploma, GED or Equivalent required
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills required
Excellent oral and written communication skills with a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups of people
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Able to wear protective medical gear to ensure safety
Healthcare experience preferred
ORGANIZATION
Reports to Manager of Safety or designee. May receive input/instructions from onsite leads. Must be self-directed, motivated and able to work independently.
SPECIFIC DUTIES
- Supports the Mission, Vision and Values of Munson Healthcare.
- Embraces and supports the Performance Improvement philosophy of Munson Healthcare with a focus on True North.
- Promotes personal and patient safety.
- Uses effective customer service/interpersonal skills at all times.
- Welcomes and greets visitors, employees and patients upon their arrival at the facility.
- Explains daily safety screenings to visitors, employees and patients.
- Utilizes current screening protocol to determine if individual attempting to enter the facility is a visitor, patient or employee.
- Utilizes current screening protocol tools to screen every individual.
- Determine if entry into the facility is warranted based on screening protocols.
- Restricts access to facility for anyone who does not pass the screening process and provides guidance per the established protocol.
- Knowledgeable of basic infection prevention including hand hygiene and standard precautions and provides guidance for individuals putting on (donning) and taking off (doffing) masks.
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.