Temperature Screener for Covid-19 WC Beaufort West Branch

Small Enterprise Development Agency_gov; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Temperature Screener for Covid-19 to help ensure the safety of all visitors and employees. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for screening individuals for symptoms, checking temperatures, and enforcing the use of Personal Protective Equipment at facility entrances. Your attention to detail and strong communication skills will be essential as you maintain logs and comply with safety policies. This temporary position offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to public health during these challenging times while working in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Matric plus a relevant health and safety certificate is required.
• 1-3 years experience in a healthcare or safety environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Screen visitors for symptoms and check temperatures to prevent infection spread.
• Maintain logs and enforce PPE compliance at facility entrances.

Skills

Symptom Recording

Team Working

Communication

Problem-Solving

Basic Computer Skills

Education

Matric (NQF level 4)

Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety or Nursing and Paramedic

Job description

JOB PROFILE

3 MONTHS TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT

JOB TITLE: Temperature Screener for Covid-19

NO. OF INCUMBENTS: 1

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

To screen all visitors, contractors and employees before entering the property to help prevent the spread of infection for Corona Virus.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

1. Observe all visitors, contractors and employees for cold, flu and respiratory symptoms before entering the facility.
2. Check temperature of all visitors, contractors and employees using a no-contact thermometer.
3. Record all results of each visitor, contractor and employee who are not permitted on property and submit to the Branch Manager.
4. Enforce Personal Protective Equipment at facility entrances.
5. Allow or deny entrance into the workplace.
6. Maintain log of employees and visitors who refuse the temperature check or refused to answer questions and provide to the Branch Manager.
7. Comply with all designated safety policies and procedures to include wearing company provided and required PPE in the work area.
8. Participate in required COVID-19 training classes (screening, PPE, safe work practice and proper hygiene).
9. Keep track of stock level for masks, thermometer covers, and working conditions of thermometers, etc.

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:

Matric (NQF level 4) plus Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety or Nursing and Paramedic.

REQUIRED MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE:

1-3 years’ experience in a Medical healthcare/office/facility and clinical experience and/or Occupational Health and Safety environment will be an added advantage.

Ability to start immediately.

Able to commit five (5) days a week, Working Hours Monday to Thursday 08:00 to 16:45. Friday 08:00 to 15:30.

Ability to work in outdoor environments.

Expected to wear PPE (Goggles, gloves, respirator/face mask, Tyvek suit/coveralls/gown as required).

Recommended skills: Symptom Recording, Team Working, Collections, responsible, professional, strong communicator, and reliable.

INHERENT JOB REQUIREMENT: Reliable transportation.

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES:

1. Communication
2. Analytical
3. Problem-Solving & Decision-Making
4. Planning & Organising
5. Monitoring & Evaluation
6. Performance Driven
7. Team Work
8. Adaptability & Flexibility
9. Policy Adherence
10. Negotiation
11. Basic Computer Skills

To apply, please send your CV to [e-mail]. Please state the position and office you are applying for in the subject line.

Closing Date: 21 October 2020

The appointment of candidates is subject to the verification of all their credentials (employment history, educational, financial, criminal and any other checks as may be necessary). Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and if you have not heard from us within three months of submitting your application, please consider it unsuccessful.