Armed Campus Safety Officer

Baptist Memorial Health Care; Covington (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care in Covington, TN, is seeking a security officer to patrol the campus inside and outside, deter crime, and respond to incidents while delivering courteous customer service to patients, visitors, and employees.

Minimum one year of security experience in a healthcare setting; a high school diploma or equivalent is required. Training in First Aid, CPR, de-escalation, proper restraints, armed guard certification, OC/pepper spray, baton, or taser is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 yr experience in security field, and healthcare setting.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Possess or have the ability to obtain First aid, CPR, De-escalation techniques, proper and safe restraints techniques, armed guard training and registration, OC or Pepper Spray, Baton, or Taser Certification.
• Completion of CIT Training and Taser Certification are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Patrols the entire campus for deterring crime and safety hazards.
• Provides customer service to patients, visitors, and employees while following safety procedures.
• Responds to calls for disruptive behavior and incidents; enforces hospital policy and laws as needed.
• Submits reports promptly and professionally.
• Performs escorts for money transfers and staff, securing patient valuables.
• Controls all parking and conducts regular patrols around the facility.

Skills

Customer service

Patrol duties

Observation

Basic computer literacy

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Baptist Memorial Health Care in Covington, TN, is seeking a security officer to patrol the campus inside and outside, deter crime, and respond to incidents while delivering courteous customer service to patients, visitors, and employees.

Minimum one year of security experience in a healthcare setting; a high school diploma or equivalent is required. Training in First Aid, CPR, de-escalation, proper restraints, armed guard certification, OC/pepper spray, baton, or taser is preferred.