Urgent Vacancy Contact Tracing Jobs Edmonton For Contact Tracing
Job Description
Contact Tracing Jobs Edmonton, We are seeking a dedicated contact tracer to assist us in our efforts to limit the spread of contagious diseases. In this role, your duties will include determining who had contact with diagnosed patients.
Conducting remote assessments of symptoms, and ensuring that those placed under quarantine comply with isolation regulations. To ensure success, contact tracers should possess excellent organizational skills and the ability to work in an environment where strict adherence to policies and procedures is required.
First-class candidates exhibit sound judgment and exceptional interpersonal skills.Contact tracers identify members of the public who were exposed to patients diagnosed with infectious diseases.
They call patients who contracted infectious diseases, establish which individuals those patients had contact with, and initiate isolation protocols to limit further disease transmission. They are employed by Local Health Departments.
Job Details
Hiring Organization
TELUS Health Care Centers
Post Name
Contact Tracing
Qualification
Any Graduate
Industry
Private
Employment Type
Full Time
Work Hours
8 Hours
Salary
CAD 25 To CAD 30 Per Hour
Location
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T5N 4A3
About Organization
Why is TELUS in health? Because we believe in the power of technology to create better health experiences for Canadians. Connecting health teams, streamlining workflows, and empowering patients to manage their health are just some of the ways our digital solutions promote collaboration and efficiency.
The TELUS team acknowledges that our work spans many Territories and Treaty areas and we are grateful for the traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who are with us today, those who have gone before us and the youth that inspire us. We recognize the land and the benefits it provides all of us.
As an act of Reconciliation, as recommended by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s (TRC) 94 Calls to Action and gratitude to those whose territory we reside on, work on or are visiting. Learn more about TELUS’ commitments to Reconciliation. We’re a national network of renowned medical professionals dedicated to identifying health risks.
Inspiring positive lifestyle choices and improving patient outcomes. We are committed to helping people achieve greater longevity and quality of life through physical, psychological and brain health. TELUS Health Care Centres are supported by distinguished physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, physiotherapists, chiropractors.
Kinesiologists (exercise specialists), dietitians, laboratory technicians, psychologists, social workers, clinical counsellors, medical office assistants, clinical receptionists and corporate support staff to deliver the most advanced programs of health management and disease prevention.
We have created a culture based on mutual respect and professionalism and we strive to live our values on a daily basis. We are looking for enthusiastic, customer service minded individuals who want to work in a collaborative, friendly and supportive environment.
Job Responsibilities For Contact Tracing Jobs Edmonton
Coordinating contact tracing efforts with supervisors and case investigators from the Local Health Department.
Conducting interviews in a professional manner that reflects emotional and cultural awareness.
Collecting and recording accurate information using Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software.
Calling newly diagnosed patients to trace individuals they had contact with and determining exposure.
Interviewing traced contacts, assessing symptoms, and referring them for testing.
Providing contacts with regulated information on isolation and quarantine procedures.
Collaborating with designated local authorities in supporting the isolation and quarantine of individuals.
Maintaining ongoing virtual communication to monitor symptoms.
Facilitating health checks and test, as well as referring contacts to available community resources.
Complying to all Health Department regulati
Job Requirements For Contact Tracing Jobs Edmonton
Proficiency in CRM software, such as HubSpot and Zoho.
Advanced proficiency in English, additional languages would be advantageous.
Access to a telephone, computer, and reliable internet connection.
Ability to comply with regulations and communicate official information in an appropriate manner.
Advanced ability to coordinate efforts, facilitate intervention, and maintain records.
Exceptional organizational skills and sound judgment.
Excellent interpersonal skills to assist distressed individuals from different cultural backgrounds.
Job Skills For Contact Tracing Jobs Edmonton
Working knowledge of a second or third language a plus.
Exhibit sound critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency with computers and CRM software.
Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.