Hospital Security Officer — First Aid/CPR Certified

Sp-Management-Services-Inc; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist McKinney Hospital in McKinney, TX is seeking a Security Officer to safeguard patients, staff and visitors. You will patrol the facility, monitor surveillance, respond to medical emergencies, and support safety inspections across buildings and grounds.

Required is a high school diploma; 2 years of security or law enforcement and healthcare or education background are preferred. Completion of Level II training and First Aid/CPR/AED certification within 60 days is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 2 years security or law enforcement preferred.
• 2 years healthcare or education preferred.
• Must pass drug testing and criminal background check.
• Experience dealing with customers, troubleshooting, and handling stressful situations.
• Complete the Level II training course.
• First Aid/CPR/AED Certification within 60 days of employment and maintain certification throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the safety of patients, staff and visitors.
• Escorts visitors, patients, and staff to and from parking areas.
• Assists motorists who become stranded on facility property.
• Provides continuous monitoring of central mechanical plant equipment through hourly rounding.
• Provides continuous monitoring of building HVAC equipment through remote online Building Automation System.
• Reports any building maintenance issues found on hourly rounding in the facility work order request portal.
• Reports any urgent building maintenance concerns to the maintenance on call phone number.
• Checks buildings and assigned areas to ensure safety and security providing walkthroughs of patient occupied units.
• Conducts search of grounds, buildings, vehicles and assists with unit searches for contraband.
• Checks perimeter fences, exit doors, fire extinguisher cabinets
• Participate in safety/maintenance inspections on the buildings and grounds. Inspects electronic locks and security equipment.
• Monitors surrounding area for weather or hazards that could endanger the facility.
• Responds to all medical emergencies on campus as first responders with medical equipment for the emergency.
• Exercises delegated statutory powers at the discretion of Superintendent.
• Responds immediately to dangerous or emergency situations.
• Enforces local laws and Hospital regulations.
• Collect statements, evidence, photos and video for proper documentation for the Special Investigators as needed
• Enforces parking and traffic regulations.
• Conducts accident investigations.
• Patrols assigned areas, units, and buildings assigned.
• Prepares and submits appropriate reports in a timely manner.
• Reports and logs all activities in the department logbook and department logs.
• Monitors and responds to fire and PPD alarms systems.
• Monitors video surveillance equipment both inside the buildings and on perimeter.
• Provides oral and written reports.
• Observe and remain vigilant for signs of crime, disorder, hazard, and unusual activity
• Patrol hospital and parking lot to check for unsafe conditions, blocked entryways, security violations, mechanical problems, and unauthorized individuals
• Orally and physically de-escalating individuals, as needed
• Inspect all security devices and fire control equipment
• Respond to incidents of fire, medical emergency, bomb threat, flooding, water discharge, elevator emergency, hazardous materials, or inclement weather with calm urgency
• May also include patient escort, patient watch, and provide safety escort
• Participates in security and safety training
• Attends Hospital in-service sessions as assigned.
• Assists with yearly mandated fire safety training for all Hospital employees.
• Responds to all fire alarms or calls on campus.
• Participate in evacuation and fire drills monthly
• Inspect alarms, extinguishers, standpipes and hydrants.
• Assists as needed according to rules, regulations and department / Hospital policies, investigations and arrests.

Skills

Customer service

Stress management

Patrol / observation

Emergency response

De-escalation

Reporting / documentation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Level II Training Course

First Aid/CPR/AED Certification

Job description

Methodist McKinney Hospital in McKinney, TX is seeking a Security Officer to safeguard patients, staff and visitors. You will patrol the facility, monitor surveillance, respond to medical emergencies, and support safety inspections across buildings and grounds.

Required is a high school diploma; 2 years of security or law enforcement and healthcare or education background are preferred. Completion of Level II training and First Aid/CPR/AED certification within 60 days is expected.