Healthcare Security Guard .

On-Call Healthcare Security Guards work at a variety of health facilities across the province. On-call Healthcare Guards are offered premium hourly wages, travel incentives, extensive training, comprehensive benefits, promotions from within, rewards and recognition and much more! This job requires applicants to work a variety of shifts and travel.

Job Duties and Responsibilities :

• Monitor patient safety report and changes to Protective Services and / or Clinical staff
• Report all incidents as per specific site regulations
• Respond to alarms and emergency calls for assistance
• Follow and enforce safety codes, regulations, and procedures
• Handle private and confidential information with high amount of discretion
• Utilize two-way radio and computer application to communicate site activities
• Monitor and screen visitors and clients in professional manner
• Respond to and de-escalate high stress situations maintaining order on site
• Ensure the safety of all stakeholders including patients, clinical staff, and visitors with de-escalation techniques and, if needed, physical intervention
• Log and report all incidents reported by hospital staff, patients, or visitors
• Maintain detailed log of all patient interactions
• Respond to emergency calls for assistance

Job Requirements :

• Availability for variety of shifts including overnight shifts and weekends
• Ability to travel throughout assigned zone to rural sites within a 400-500 km radius of home
• Ability to obtain Alberta Security License
• Valid class 5 license and own vehicle
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills while remaining professional with a tactful and friendly demeanor
• Ability to write comprehensive reports and maintain site logs
• Ability to make immediate decisions, while maintaining composure in emergency situations with minimal supervision
• Discretion when handling confidential and private information
• Ability to perform under pressure and in adversity
• Ability to walk 18-20 km and climb stairs