Hospital Security Officer (2nd Shift & 3rd Shift)

The University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans

Job summary

The University of Iowa Health Care Safety and Security department seeks a Hospital Security Officer to maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff in the university hospitals. Responsibilities include security checks, incident investigations, escorting, and responding to emergencies.

The role requires experience in security, strong communication skills, and ability to work 2nd and 3rd shifts with the potential for overtime.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience in security and safety, or fire safety, or law enforcement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Two years of customer service experience.
• Possession of a driver’s license and UI Fleet Safety Standards compliance.
• Ability to obtain IA HSS certification within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service to patients, visitors, and staff.
• Assist with wayfinding and information to patients, visitors, and staff.
• Perform security checks, patrol facility, and monitor assignments.
• Conduct incident investigations and document follow-up.
• Respond to emergencies such as fire, HazMat, and security alarms.
• Maintain security surveillance of the institution, including psychiatric units.

Education

Post-high school education related to security and safety

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hospital Security Officer (2nd Shift & 3rd Shift)

The University of Iowa Health Care department of Safety and Securityis seeking aHospital Security Officer to perform duties needed to maintain a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff in the buildings and grounds of the University of Iowa Health Care

• Provide exceptional customer service to patients, visitors, and staff entering the hospital
• Assist with wayfinding and information to patients, visitors, and staff
• Perform security checks, patrol facility, and monitor special assignments
• Conduct incident investigations and provide documentation for follow-up
• Respond to and assist in all incidents regarding safety and security
• Respond to lock/unlock doors, troubleshoot elevator problems and extricate as needed, and assist in traffic/parking enforcement
• Respond to and resolve emergencies such as fire, HazMat, and security alarms
• Provide security surveillance of institution, including physiatric units
• Maintain a working knowledge of computers to process data, operate fire alarm systems, and security systems
• Escort to parking ramps and outlying areas
• Provide effective oral and written communication
• Enforce all institution policies and procedures
• Ability to walk and climb stairs.
• Ability to lift and carry fifty pounds.
• Ability to work outside in extreme weather conditions.
• Ability to see and hear accurately in both day and nighttime conditions.

University of Iowa Health Care- recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States-is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.

Percent of Time:100%,

Schedule: 2nd Shift (1500-2300) & 3rd Shift; (2300-0700).

Starting Salary: $18.72/ hour plus shift differential and potential over time

Benefits Highlights:

• Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
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Minimum Eligibility Requirements

• Two years’ experience in security and safety, or fire safety, or law enforcement; or
  • One year of post-high school education related to security and safety and on year of experience in security and safety; or
  • Two years of post-high school education related to security and safety
• Possession of appropriate driver’s license and ability to meet UI Fleet Safety Standards.
• Ability to obtain basic certification from International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) within 6 months of hire and maintain certification for duration of employment.
• Two years of customer service experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office computer software applications (i.e. Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc)
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Key Training/Compliances:

• IAHSS Basic Online Course to be completed within 6 months of start date
• Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) 8 hour - to be completed in first 90 days
• Health Safety Professional (HSP) - to be completed in first 90 days

• Classification Title: Hospital Security Officer
• Appointment Type: Merit
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus

Compensation

Contact Information

Equal opportunity employer

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.

Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, [phone] or [e-mail] . For jobs in UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543 .