Full-Time Hospital Security Officer I — Safeguarding Patients

Northwesternmedicine; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital is hiring a Security Officer I for a full-time, 40-hour week position. Shifts run 2:00 PM–10:30 PM with every other weekend rotation and duties include protecting patients, visitors, staff, and facilities.

You will investigate incidents, generate reports, monitor alarms and video systems, and coordinate with emergency services as needed while adhering to hospital policies and ethics. Training and certifications are required on a timetable after hire.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or GED required.
• Valid drivers license required.
• IAHSS Basic certification within 90 days of hire; maintain ongoing certification.
• BLS certification through American Heart Association within 9 months of hire.
• Defensive Tactics in Healthcare certification within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Investigates hospital incidents and disturbances to maintain security for patients, staff and visitors.
• Completes descriptive reports for supervisory personnel.
• Notifies police, fire, and prepares reports as required.
• Performs regular perimeter and internal patrols of hospital grounds and buildings.
• Conduces investigations into hazardous conditions, thefts, and safety issues.
• Monitors access control, alarms and security video systems.
• Controls traffic to preserve access for emergency vehicles and patients.
• Provides escorts for staff to vehicles and handles morgue transports as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal & communication skills

Writing skills

Valid drivers license

Education

High-school diploma or GED

IAHSS Basic certification

Basic Life Support (American Heart Association)

Northwestern Medicine Defensive Tactics in Healthcare

Job description

Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital is hiring a Security Officer I for a full-time, 40-hour week position. Shifts run 2:00 PM–10:30 PM with every other weekend rotation and duties include protecting patients, visitors, staff, and facilities.

You will investigate incidents, generate reports, monitor alarms and video systems, and coordinate with emergency services as needed while adhering to hospital policies and ethics. Training and certifications are required on a timetable after hire.