Security Armed Officer

Baptist Memorial Health Care; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Armed Security Officer to ensure the safety and security of its campus. This role involves patrolling the premises, responding to incidents, and providing exemplary customer service to patients and visitors. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in security, particularly in a healthcare setting, and will be responsible for enforcing policies and procedures while maintaining a professional demeanor. Join this dynamic team and play a crucial role in safeguarding the well-being of the community.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in security field and healthcare setting.
• Knowledge equivalent to completion of 4 years of high school.

Responsibilities

• Patrols campus to deter crime and ensure safety.
• Responds to calls for disturbances and alarms.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Basic Computer Literacy

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

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Job Summary

Patrols and protects the entire campus, inside and outside; responds to all incidents or calls relating to the safety and security of all persons and property on the campus. Officers are expected to demonstrate exemplary customer service skills and maintain a professional appearance while serving as ambassadors of the organization. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

1. Patrols the entire campus for the purpose of deterring crime and initiating corrective actions on any physical security or safety hazards identified.
2. Provides customer service to our patients, visitors, and employees carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
3. Responds to all calls for disruptive behavior, disturbances, and combative patients, and incidents, as well as internal or external alarms.
4. Understands, complies, and enforces hospital policy and procedure. As needed, enforces State and Local laws/ordinances to ensure the safety and security of all persons and property on campus.
5. Submits all necessary reports in a prompt and professional manner.
6. Performs escorts related to money transfers, as directed by facility policy. Will secure patient valuables upon request. Will perform non-monetary escorts for staff, visitors, physicians, and patients upon request for the safety and security of the requesting party.
7. Controls all parking on the property, emphasizing parking in critical and/or emergency parking areas.
8. Conducts regular and random patrols around the facility and completes assigned goals.

Specifications

Experience

• Minimum required: 1 year experience in security field, and healthcare setting.

Education

• Minimum required: Knowledge, skills and mental development equivalent to completion of 4 years of high school, or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience.

Training

• CPR, CIT training within 1 year of hire.
• Possess or have the ability to obtain First aid, CPR, De-escalation techniques, proper and safe restraints techniques, armed guard training and registration, OC or Pepper Spray, Baton Certification.

Special Skills

• Basic computer literacy skills required.

Licensure

• Driver's license (current), TN armed guard training and certification.