Security Officer

Banner Health; Fallon (NV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Health is seeking a Security Officer in Fallon, Nevada to patrol facilities and grounds, assist with safety, and respond to emergencies. The role requires maintaining security certifications, writing detailed reports, and coordinating with emergency services.

The position operates on Night Shift D: Wed-Sat, with a focus on protecting patients, visitors, and staff. The ideal candidate will have a valid driver’s license, successful completion of the Banner Health Basic Officer Academy, and

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be eligible for coverage under the company auto policy.
• Must maintain required security certifications.
• Must demonstrate the ability to write comprehensive security reports.
• Must successfully complete Banner Health Basic Officer Academy.
• Fingerprints clearance within 60 days of hire.
• Professional appearance and strong verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Exhibits excellent interpersonal skills and be customer service oriented in all contacts with patients, visitors and staff.
• Responds to emergency codes for assistance and control; patrols and inspects facilities frequently.
• Assist medical staff, restrain troubled/combative patients, secure doors and monitor alarms.
• Maintain logs and write incident reports; assist with investigations and follow-up actions.
• Testifies in criminal court or state hearings when required.
• Interact with law enforcement and emergency services as needed.

Skills

Observation skills

Verbal communication

Judgment

Interpersonal skills

Education

Banner Health Basic Officer Academy

Tools

Non-lethal weapon proficiency

Job description

Primary City/State:Fallon, NevadaDepartment Name:Security-Western Region-CorpWork Shift:DayJob Category:Facilities, Environmental Services, and CulinaryExplore and excel. Banner Health earned Great Place To Work Certification and we’re looking for team members to join our mission to make health care easier, so life can be better.Health care is full of possibilities. Security Services plays a pivotal role in the safety and security of patients, visitors, and staff at Banner Health. Apply today! This opportunity could be just what you’re looking for.Fallon is surrounded by wide-open spaces, internationally known wetlands, historic Pony Express trails, state parks, hiking opportunities, and places to go off-road. Play outdoors for a while then come back into town for some indoor, Nevada-style fun, great dinner, and entertainment.As a Security Officer for Banner Health, you will respond to emergency situations, help to provide safety and security for patients and visitors, you will patrol service areas including the grounds, and provide alarm monitoring and response. This is a full-time position.NIGHT SHIFT:Shift D: (Wed-Sat) ½ Wed 12 midnight - 6 am, then Thur - Sat 6pm-6amPhysical Testing Assessment upon offer: 44 running steps and 20 down-ups to be completed in under 2 min during Occ Health appt (after offer) Failure to meet or maintain standards will affect employment.Within Banner Health Corporate, you will have the opportunity to apply your unique experience and expertise in support of a nationally-recognized healthcare leader. We offer stimulating and rewarding careers in a wide array of disciplines. Whether your background is in Human Resources, Finance, Information Technology, Legal, Managed Care Programs or Public Relations, you'll find many options for contributing to our award-winning patient care.POSITION SUMMARYThis position patrols the facilities and grounds; assists with the welfare and safety of personnel and patients; investigates critical incidents; assists employees, patients and visitors; interfaces with emergency response agencies; secures doors; monitors parking and traffic control. Performs assigned security duties promptly and accurately. Works varied assignments and shifts.CORE FUNCTIONS1. Exhibits excellent interpersonal skills and be customer service oriented in all contacts with patients, visitors and staff.2. Responds to all emergency codes for assistance and control. Patrols and inspects facility frequently to assist in maintaining a safer and more secure environment. Assists employees with security related matters, mediate disputes, conduct interviews, conduct searches, enforces parking regulations and traffic control. Serves as a security subject matter expert.3. Assists medical staff in restraining and handling troubled/combative patients. Ensures security policies are being followed. Patrols unoccupied areas and sets the alarms when appropriate. Locks and unlocks facility doors at prescribed times. Conducts money pick-ups from departments, logs pick-ups and successfully delivers the contents to the appropriate destination department. Releases bodies from the morgue, ensuring that all paperwork is complete. Checks alarms to ensure they are in proper working order. Escorts patients, visitors and employees when required for security purposes. Participates in security lead training designed for staff.4. Maintains current knowledge of applicable laws and regulations. Performs “citizen arrest” and demonstrate critical thinking skills during extremely stressful situations as needed.5. Utilizes assigned non-lethal weapon according to policy and training.6. Investigates and completes written reports of complaints, critical security incidents and unusual activities involving patients, employees and visitors. Maintains an accurate log of all relevant security activities during each shift.7. Testifies in criminal court, state hearings and review boards when required.8. Assists in the maintenance and preservation of confidential health documents including scanning into electronic patient health information systems when necessary.9. Reports directly to the Security leadership or OIC in their absence. This position interacts internally with staff, physicians, visitors, volunteers and patients. External customers are law enforcement agencies and emergency service agencies. The position is system wide and officers may be assigned to work at any facility as needed. This position will provide guidance and direction to staff, visitors and patients during a security emergency. This position will be required to proactively identify, deter and respond to security incidents.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSMust maintain required security certifications. Must possess a valid driver’s license and be eligible for coverage under the company auto insurance policy.Must possess the ability to make accurate observations and exercise good independent judgment in a variety of situations (including emergencies). Must demonstrate the ability to write comprehensive security reports. Must successfully complete all required security departmental training, including department specific annual training and mandatory training as assigned. Must successfully complete Banner Health Basic Officer Academy. Must present a professional appearance and demeanor at all times and must possess strong verbal communications skills. Must qualify and maintain proficiency with assigned non-lethal weapons. Must be able to demonstrate the ability to perform physical requirements of the position. Capabilities will be demonstrated through the successful completion of similarly related skills testing. This physical skills assessment will then be conducted on a bi-annual basis and employees must successfully meet the requirements to remain in role.Employees must possess a Fingerprint Clearance Card within 60 days of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital must have a fingerprint clearance card at time of hire and must sign a Criminal History Affidavit upon hire.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSPrefer prior law enforcement, military, Corrections, healthcare or advance security experience.Additional related education and/or experience preferred.EEO Statement:EEO/Disabled/VeteransOur organization supports a drug-free work environment.Privacy Policy:Privacy Policy