Security Guard - PRN All Shifts

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Eagleville (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Security Officer to ensure a safe and secure environment for patients and staff. This role involves monitoring premises, conducting security patrols, and responding to safety concerns. The ideal candidate will possess effective communication skills and the ability to handle challenging situations with poise. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the safety and well-being of the community. If you are committed to maintaining a secure environment and have a passion for service, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of security experience required.
• Strong communication skills and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain order and enforce hospital rules and regulations.
• Conduct security patrols and monitor CCTV.
• Assist nursing staff and manage patient disturbances.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to handle difficult situations

Knowledge of safe working practices

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Eagleville Hospital - Eagleville, PA

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Any

Job Category: Health Care

Description

Job Summary

Maintains a safe and secure environment for patients and employees by patrolling and monitoring premises and personnel. EOE

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Provide expertise in campus/staff/patient safety and security concerns

• Maintain order within the facility and enforce hospital rules and regulations.
• Suggest improvements to safety and security to the supervisor.
• Ensure all doors are locked and areas are secured as required.
• Check and report unauthorized vehicles or persons on campus.
• Conduct security patrols throughout the campus.
• Review video surveillance recordings as needed.
• Use radio or telephone communication promptly and effectively with emergency agencies.
• Utilize ECS radio system and telephone communication proficiently.
• Report deficiencies and suggest changes to the Security Director.
• Notify the Director about lighting issues.

Manning of the Security Booth

• Monitor visitors entering and leaving via the Visitor App.
• Oversee CCTV inside the booth.

Support and Assistance

• Assist nursing supervisors during shifts.
• Manage patient disturbances with nursing staff.
• Assist police when called to campus.
• Oversee parole officers' removal of patients for violations.
• Manage belongings and keys for discharged patients.
• Initiate searches of patients, units, or vehicles as needed.

Fire Drills and Reporting

• Conduct fire drills as assigned and record results.
• Report deficiencies to the Security Director.

Shift Summary

• Send shift summaries via email to the designated mailing list.

Qualifications

Required:

• One to three years of security experience.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Effective communication skills with patients and staff.
• Ability to handle difficult situations and make sound decisions.
• Knowledge of safe working practices.