Summa Akron Campus Patient/Guest Ambassador

Summary of Position: Provide Service Excellence by providing compassionate support to families; assist families with resources available; greet visitors and assist them with directions; escort patients and guests through the hospital to their destination, as needed. Nature and Scope: Ambassador assignments may be available in Central Lounge or Same Day Surgery Training:Must attend Volunteer Orientation Position-specific training will be provided by assignment coordinator Availability: Days: Monday thru Friday Time Slots: 4 hour shifts between 8am- 9pm; schedules will vary depending on department assignment Specific Duties: Provide compassionate support to families in needs during critical situations with patients Talk to families waiting to ensure their needs are met. Such as coffee, wayfinding to food areas, access to clergy, access the internet, reading patient tracker board Escort patients and guest, as needed Other duties, as assigned Requirements:Must pass criminal background check Must pass tuberculosis and immunization screening Ability to take instructions and communicate effectively with staff, patients and families Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms Ability to behave in a mature, positive manner and have a service-oriented attitude Ability to communicate clearly in English Ability to provide culturally competent and sensitive service for others Ability to show initiative, be flexible and volunteer independently Ability to have knowledge of the building in order to escort patients, families, visitors and patients to the appropriate area of the facility Ability to protect the privacy and confidentiality of all patients and guests Ability to be dependable and organized Ability to have a professional attitude and appearance at all times\ Physical Requirements: Light: Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to ten pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force continuously. Light Sitting Must be able to stand for long periods of time Moderate Walking, ability to escort and transport patients in wheelchairs Volunteer Benefits:Opportunity to observe a healthcare setting Opportunity to learn new skills Reference source for future endeavors