Security Guard

GILA REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER; Silver City (NM); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Gila Regional Medical Center seeks a Security Officer to safeguard assets and people, conduct patrols, monitor property, and respond to alarms and emergencies. You will escort staff, maintain confidentiality, and support the Emergency Management team.

The role emphasizes customer service, clear communication, and vigilance across hospital buildings and off-site clinics, with opportunities to contribute to safety training and incident reporting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of GRMC security in-house training.
• Healthcare Security Officer certification preferred; must obtain within 1 year of hire.
• Advanced de-escalation techniques.
• IS-100, 200, 700, 800 within 1 year of employment.
• Valid Driver's License and ability to operate GRMC vehicles.
• Hazardous waste management procedures training within 90 days of hire and annually thereafter.
• Security, law enforcement or military experience preferred.
• Ability to use MS Word and general computer knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Completes patrols of hospital buildings and grounds including off-site clinics; monitors activity; prevents vandalism, theft, fire, and disturbances.
• Checks cars and verifies parking restrictions and access points.
• Checks exterior lighting and exits; escorts staff as requested.
• Interacts with staff across departments; supports Emergency Department.
• Responds to overhead pages and emergencies; part of Emergency Management team.
• Contacts law enforcement when necessary and coordinates during lock-down situations.
• Maintains security logs; writes reports of unusual activity.

Skills

De-escalation techniques

Customer service

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

In-house GRMC security training

Healthcare Security Officer certification preferred

IS-100/200/700/800 within 1 year

Tools

MS Word

Job description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Security Officer is responsible for the protection, safeguarding and security of assets, caregivers, patients and visitors. S/he performs security patrols; protects property from theft, fire, vandalism, and accidents; and aids patients, caregivers and visitors.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Completes patrols of the hospital buildings and grounds including off-site clinics, monitors all activity in and out of the hospital, and endeavors to prevent vandalism, theft, fire, and disturbances within the facility.
• Checks cars and verifies if vehicles are parked in restricted areas such as fire zones, turnarounds, ambulance entrances, or reserved parking spaces.
• Checks exterior lighting and egress routes to emergency and fire entrances.
• Escorts staff to and from parking areas or between buildings as requested.
• Interact with hospital staff of all departments with special emphasis on the Emergency Department.
• Responds to overhead pages (i.e. Code Red, Code Blue, Dr Rush, Operation Teamwork, Code Pink, Panic Button, etc.)
• Responds to security requests timely based on severity/priority.
• Responds to fires, natural disasters, or other hazardous events. Is an integral part of the Emergency Management team.
• Contacts and assists law enforcement when necessary.
• Locks and unlocks doors and areas at prescribed times.
• Coordinates with House Supervisor when hospital is in "lock down."
• Remains highly visible.
• Writes reports of unusual activity.
• Demonstrates good customer service skills when interacting with hospital/clinic staff, patients, visitors, volunteers, students, and Providers.
• Protects and maintains confidentiality of hospital and patient information.
• Communicates effectively with others; passes down pertinent information to oncoming shift.
• Maintains the Security Log
• Additional Duties as assigned.

Requirements

EDUCATION & TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED
• Completion of Gila Regional Security in-house training.
• Healthcare Security Officer certification preferred, must obtain within 1 year of hire
• Advanced de-escalation techniques
• Obtain IS-100, 200, 700, 800 within 1 year of employment
• Must hold a valid Driver's License and maintain ability to be insured to operate GRMC vehicles.
• Hazardous waste management procedures including emergency response and contingency plan implementation within 90 days of hire and annually thereafter
• Security, law enforcement or military experience preferred
• Ability to use Micro-Soft word and to have a general computer working knowledge

Note: Job description available upon request

All required documents must be presented at time of hire.

EXTERNAL APPLICANT: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.

GRMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer