Security Officer

Frisbie Memorial Hospital; Rochester (NH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan with match

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Frisbie Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NH is seeking a Security Officer to protect patients, visitors and staff, monitor CCTV, respond to incidents and support emergency management. The role requires flexibility for weekends, holidays and off-shifts as needed.

You will perform inspections, write incident reports, interact with law enforcement, and assist with patient observations while maintaining communications and driving responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

• HSD or GED required.
• Valid driver's license and insurability per hospital policy.
• Commitment to completing CPI, Handcuffing and CPR within three months of hire.
• At least 6 months of hospital or campus security experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide security for patients, visitors and staff and respond to emergencies and codes.
• Maintain vigilance for unusual activities and report hazards.
• Observe unauthorized persons and notify supervisors or police as appropriate.
• Conduct inspections, fire watches and alarm checks; participate in drills.
• Complete incident and daily activity reports with accuracy and timeliness.
• Assist in security incidents, follow-up investigations and interactions with law enforcement.
• Maintain radio communications and operate office equipment as needed.
• Support patient observations and assist with mobility or safety concerns.
• Drive a vehicle and comply with Driver/Fleet Safety policies.

Skills

Valid driver's license

CPR certification within 3 months

CPI certification

Handcuffing certification

6 months security experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a Security Officer with Frisbie Memorial Hospital you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!

Schedule: Full Time Day, 12-hour shifts with weekend and holiday rotation

Job Summary And Qualifications

The Security Officer performs a variety of duties involving safety, security, emergency management, monitors CCTV cameras, responds to and investigates security incidents, and assists and interacts with patients, visitors, vendors and staff as needed. This job description does not state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed. Security Officers may be required to perform other tasks or duties as requested by the Security Manager or Director.

What will you do in this role:

• Provides security for the hospital’s patients, visitors, and staff and safeguards the property by immediately responding to all requests and emergency codes.
• Maintains alertness for unusual, abnormal conditions or suspicious activities.
• Observes unauthorized persons and notifies supervisor or police appropriately.
• Reports potential fire safety hazards.
• Performs and participates in security, safety, facilities inspections, fire watches, and alarm checks.
• Participates in related drills and tests.
• Assists in various security situations as required or directed as outlined in the Emergency Management Manual.
• Reports questionable conditions, incidents and discrepancies to management or other appropriate staff.
• Writes detailed, accurate and objective Incident Reports and Daily Activity Reports.
• Conducts follow-up investigations as needed.
• Observes and maintains radio communication with the Switchboard at all times. Must be able to use computers, fax machines and telephones.
• Assists visitors, patients and others as needed.
• Provides testimony in state and federal courts if required.
• Assists with patient observations (watches and holds) upon request.
• Possesses the flexibility to work weekends, holidays and off-shifts as required by department staffing needs.
• Interacts with law enforcement officers and assists as needed.
• Will be required to physically manage an aggressive person and may be required to assist a law enforcement officer while restraining or subduing any person.
• Will be required to drive a motor vehicle and adhere to the Driver/ Fleet Safety Policy

What qualifications you will need:

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, free from restrictions and insurable by hospital insurance company
• A Department of Motor Vehicle Driving History Release must be submitted prior to employment and annually must be in and remain in complaince with Frisbie's Driver/Fleet Safety Policy.
• Must become, CPI, Handcuffing and CPR certified within three months of hire and maintain all certifications.
• 6 months previous experience in hospital or campus security, law enforcement, corrections or military is required

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Discover a career with purpose at Frisbie Memorial Hospital

Located in Rochester, NH, our 112-bed hospital proudly serves the Greater Seacoast region and Southern Maine, delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. As part of HCA Healthcare—one of the nation’s leading healthcare systems—you’ll be connected to a strong network of four hospitals, three freestanding emergency rooms, and over 70 care sites across New Hampshire. With nearly 5,000 colleagues, including 1,500 nurses and 1,000 affiliated physicians, We offer a collaborative, supportive environment where your skills are valued, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is real. HCA Healthcare’s New Hampshire hospitals also include Catholic Medical Center in Manchester, Portsmouth Regional Hospital, Parkland Medical Center in Derry, and freestanding emergency rooms in Seabrook, Dover, and Plaistow. Join us and be part of a team that’s improving lives across the region—every day. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. “There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it.”- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.