Healthcare Security Officer - Protect Patients & Campus

MultiCare Health System; Federal Way (WA); On-site; USD 71,148,000 - 102,324,000; Full time

Job summary

MultiCare Health System is seeking a Security Officer to protect facilities and ensure the safety of patients, employees, and visitors. You will join the Security Services team and be responsible for the security and safety of MultiCare patients, employees, and guests.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, IAHSS/BLS/First Aid qualifications, and prior security or law enforcement experience. A WA/ID driver’s license may be required, and training will be provided as needed.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Current Washington or Idaho state driver's license (driving is not required for this position at Navos Hospital).
• IAHSS basic certification or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire date.
• Minimum six (6) months of experience in police, military, or security, preferable in a health care setting.
• Proof of a safe driving record (which meets established MultiCare Standards) obtained by a motor vehicle report from the appropriate state. (Not required at Navos Hospital)
• BLS certification or obtained within 30 days of hire.
• First Aid training within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct general security in the protection of people and property and the enforcement of all applicable policies, rules, and regulations.
• Deter criminal activity and misconduct utilizing tactical techniques.
• Utilize Management of Aggressive Behavior skills both verbally and physically as required.
• Apply the concepts of Awareness, Vigilance, Avoidance, Defense, and Escape to effectively protect and serve facility campus.
• Utilize weapons detection devices to monitor patients/visitors and ensuring the removal of contraband from facility.
• Apply appropriate techniques with assistive devices when engaging with combative/aggressive individuals.
• Effectively operate/leverage required security equipment and tools.

Skills

Security experience

First Aid training

BLS certification

Driving record clean

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

MultiCare Health System is seeking a Security Officer to protect facilities and ensure the safety of patients, employees, and visitors. You will join the Security Services team and be responsible for the security and safety of MultiCare patients, employees, and guests.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, IAHSS/BLS/First Aid qualifications, and prior security or law enforcement experience. A WA/ID driver’s license may be required, and training will be provided as needed.