Healthcare Security Officer: Protect & Support Patients

Intermountain Healthcare Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); Sur place; USD 28 000 - 37 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Intermountain Health Primary Childrens Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah, seeks a Security Officer to maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors and staff. You will monitor activity, enforce policies, respond to emergencies and protect Intermountain property in a medical setting.

Responsibilities include operating surveillance and access-control systems, de-escalation, and coordinating with HR and law enforcement.

Qualifications

• Current Driver’s License (if applicable for the role).
• Current Basic Life Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers or willing to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• At least 21 years of age.
• If located in the State of Montana Security Guard Licensure is required within 120 days of hire.
• One-year previous law enforcement, corrections, public safety, military police or security experience.

Responsabilités

• Operates and monitors security technology systems, including surveillance cameras, access control systems, and alarm systems. Ensures proper functioning and maintenance of security equipment.
• De-escalation: Security officers use verbal and non-verbal strategies to calm individuals and resolve conflicts peacefully, minimizing the need for physical force.
• Dealing with Violent Patients: They intervene to protect the safety of everyone involved when patients act aggressively or violently, including using physical restraints when necessary.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring compliance with regulations such as HIPAA when reporting crimes or incidents, disclosing only the minimum necessary information to law enforcement.
• Bomb Threat/Suspicious Package Responses: Trained to respond to bomb threats and suspicious packages, following protocols to ensure the safety of the facility.
• Participation in Drills: Engaging in exercises like infant abduction and active shooter scenarios to prepare staff for real-life situations.
• Conducting Searches: Performing respectful and safe searches of patients and searching for narcotics, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
• Safety Inspections: Conducting inspections of walking surfaces, fire extinguishers, and overall facility safety to mitigate risks.
• Parking Enforcement: Enforcing parking regulations to ensure safety and accessibility, focusing on enhancing the patient experience.
• Investigations: Collaborating with HR and law enforcement to conduct investigations, following protocols for disclosing patient information, and ensuring facility safety.

Connaissances

Law Enforcement

Parking

Public Safety

Lockout Tagout

Fire Drills

Key Control

Exterior Design

Patient Transportation

Communication

Situational Awareness

Decision Making

Description du poste

Intermountain Health Primary Childrens Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah, seeks a Security Officer to maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors and staff. You will monitor activity, enforce policies, respond to emergencies and protect Intermountain property in a medical setting.

Responsibilities include operating surveillance and access-control systems, de-escalation, and coordinating with HR and law enforcement.