Security Officer I - Full Time

Alleghany Memorial Hospital; North Carolina; Vor Ort; USD 10’000 - 60’000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Security Officer to ensure a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors. This role involves patrolling the facility, conducting safety inspections, and responding to incidents. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma, relevant experience, and strong problem-solving skills. Join a team committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance, where your contributions will make a significant impact in a dynamic healthcare setting.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or GED required; military or security experience preferred.
• Must pass skills validation and training for security officer.

Aufgaben

• Patrols facility to identify safety hazards and prevent criminal activity.
• Conducts investigations of safety and security incidents.

Kenntnisse

Basic computer skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to communicate professionally

Ability to make independent decisions

No criminal record

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Security, fire, EMS, or Military experience

Jobbeschreibung

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provides for a safe environment at the medical facility in compliance with Medical Center policies and TJC requirements by performing activities relating to the safety and security of patients, employees, visitors, hospital buildings, equipment, and grounds. Facilitates security activity with other staff; completes appropriate reports and documents; coordinates investigations with law enforcement resources. Provides security related services to staff, patients, and visitors using knowledge and training provided. Serves as point of contact for security related matters.

Job Relationships:

Responsible to: Chief Administrative Officer

Essential Job Functions:

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Security, fire, EMS, or Military experience preferred.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION:

• Valid North Carolina driver's license with no restrictions required.
• Respirator certified within 30 days.
• I.A.H.S.S. Basic Health Care Security Officer Training Certification required within one year.
• Ability to successfully complete generic and department specific skills validation and competency training to include basic Security Officer training to include subject certification in crisis intervention, use of force and defensive measures, etc.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Patrols and identifies safety hazards and unsafe conditions that could cause injury to people and/or damage to property.
2. Provides security services to help protect people and property against injury or loss.
3. Conducts investigations of safety and security incidents that result in loss or damage to property, potential liability, or violations of state or federal statutes.
4. Proficient in fire safety procedures and response.
5. Provides a wide range of safety/security services and assistance to include patient monitoring activity and access management.
6. Enforces facility policies; patrols the facility and parking areas/grounds to prevent criminal activity.
7. Maintains security awareness of high-risk and sensitive areas.
8. Follows established precautions, protocols, and standard operating procedures.
9. Attends training as required.
10. Interacts/coordinates security related activity with internal and external partners to enhance facility security.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Basic computer skills
• Ability to complete generic and department-specific skills validation and competency training successfully
• Ability to communicate professionally and make independent decisions
• Demonstrates problem-solving skills
• No criminal record

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Prolonged standing and walking; constant mobility
• Walks in all weather conditions and on many different surfaces
• Works a flexible schedule with adjustment to service hours based on facility activity
• Interacts with patients, physicians, and staff in sometimes stressful situations
• Subject to varying and unpredictable situations
• Handles emergency and crisis situations
• Subject to many interruptions
• Exposure to danger of assaults
• Pushing, pulling and lifting patients
• Potential exposure to bloodborne diseases, infectious and communicable diseases
• Possible exposure to toxic chemicals or unpleasant odors

Compliance: Alleghany Health is strongly committed to our compliance program. The employee will follow and understand all sections of AH's "Ethics and Compliance Program Manual" as it applies to their position. The employee will follow all compliance performance standards as directed by their Manager, Director, and Compliance Officer. The employee is responsible for detecting compliance concerns related to their employment and report any such concerns to their Manager, Director or Compliance Officer.