Healthcare Security Specialist

Intermountain Health; Saint George (UT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Intermountain Health in St George, UT seeks a Security Officer to provide a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff at Intermountain Health St George Regional Hospital. You will monitor security systems, enforce policies, and respond to emergencies with professionalism.

The role emphasizes de-escalation, safety, investigative collaboration, and regulatory compliance (HIPAA). The position involves routine patrols, searches, drills, and parking enforcement within a hospital setting.

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.

Responsibilities

• Operates and monitors security technology systems, including surveillance cameras, access control systems, and alarm systems.
• De-escalation: use verbal and non-verbal strategies to calm individuals and resolve conflicts peacefully, minimizing the need for physical force.
• Dealing with Violent Patients: intervene to protect safety when patients act aggressively or violently, including using physical restraints when necessary.
• Regulatory Compliance: ensure 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: respond to bomb threats and suspicious packages following protocols to ensure safety.
• Participation in Drills: engage in exercises like infant abduction and active shooter scenarios to prepare staff for real-life situations.
• Conducting Searches: perform respectful and safe searches of patients and searching for narcotics, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
• Safety Inspections: inspect walking surfaces, fire extinguishers, and overall facility safety to mitigate risks.
• Parking Enforcement: enforce parking regulations to ensure safety and accessibility, focusing on patient experience.
• Investigations: collaborate with HR and law enforcement to conduct investigations, following protocols for disclosing patient information, and ensuring facility safety.

Skills

Law Enforcement

Public Safety

Communication

Situational Awareness

Decision Making

Education

BLS Certification

Driver's License

Job description

Intermountain Health in St George, UT seeks a Security Officer to provide a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff at Intermountain Health St George Regional Hospital. You will monitor security systems, enforce policies, and respond to emergencies with professionalism.

The role emphasizes de-escalation, safety, investigative collaboration, and regulatory compliance (HIPAA). The position involves routine patrols, searches, drills, and parking enforcement within a hospital setting.