Safety and Security Officer

MUSC Health; Lancaster (SC); Presencial; USD 22.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

South Carolina State Health Insurance

South Carolina State Retirement

Competitive pay

Paid Parental Leave

Advancement Opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a dedicated Safety and Security Officer to patrol hospital buildings and surrounding areas, monitor alarms and cameras, and respond to emergencies. The role emphasizes safety, customer service, and timely reporting.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written form, with the capacity to de-escalate tense situations when needed.

Formación

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and written.
• Knowledge of security in buildings and grounds; de-escalation.
• Ability to pass a background check and have a valid driver’s license.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct routine patrols of divisional buildings and surrounding areas.
• Monitor alarm activations and video surveillance; document incidents and follow up with reports.
• De-escalate situations and coordinate with care team during emergencies.
• Respond to emergencies promptly and interact with patients, visitors and staff.

Conocimientos

Effective communication

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Descripción del empleo

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and vigilant Safety and Security Officer to join our team. If you have a passion for ensuring safety and security in a healthcare setting.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC001546 LAN - Security (LMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-21

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Benefits

• South Carolina State Health Insurance
• South Carolina State Retirement
• Competitive pay
• Paid Parental Leave
• Advancement Opportunities

Hours: 3-12 hour shifts per a week

Safety and Security officer is responsible for routine patrols in and around divisional buildings giving particular attention to and often rechecking those locations. Patrols buildings, checks for unsafe conditions, fire checks, prowlers, vandalism, and other unusual occurrences. Makes rounds of assigned area at least three times during shifts, while making written reports and logs of issues found and operational duties. Promptly responds to emergencies and interacts with other care team members, patients, and visitors during normal activities while on shift. Monitors alarm activations and video camera systems for potential security and safety issues that are currently occurring as well as investigations of incidents that are past, with complete reports and recommendations sent to supervision. A courteous attitude is a must and the ability to verbally de-escalate situations as they arise, leading to possible physical management if the situation dictates.

Minimum Training

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and written. Ability to commentate tactfully with the general public and specialty patients to include patients with behavioral health concerns or those with altered mental status that may want to cause harm to themselves or others. Knowledge of methods of security in buildings and grounds to include ability to de-escalate situations once alerted. Ability to engage in physical confrontations with suspected offenders and handle situations as they arise.

Minimum Education

A high school diploma or GED is a requirement of this position.

Certification/Licensure

This position requires a current and valid driver’s license and minimal computer literacy. Ability to work overtime as required. Candidate must be able to pass a complete background check including a criminal background check.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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