Security Officer

Memorial Physician Practices; Somerset, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Financial Protection & PTO

Financial & Career Growth

Employee Well-being

Professional Development

Job summary

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is a 295-bed acute care facility in Somerset, part of Lifepoint Health. We are seeking a Security Officer to protect patients, staff and visitors through proactive monitoring and prompt response to threats.

The role requires strong decision-making, independence, calm under pressure, and proficiency with MS Office. Healthcare security experience and a valid driver's license are preferred and required respectively.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Associate's degree or higher preferred.
• Current, valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Healthcare security experience preferred.
• Minimum of one year of verifiable security experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform proactive monitoring and respond promptly to security threats.
• Investigate and manage all security incidents on hospital premises.
• Maintain knowledge of alarms and disaster preparedness policies.
• Facilitate drills and simulations for emergency preparedness.
• Provide assistance and information to staff and visitors to promote safety.

Skills

Critical thinking

Independent worker

Crisis management

MS Office / computer skills

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree or higher preferred

Job description

Your experience matters

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. By joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

A Security Officer who excels in this role:

• Perform proactive monitoring and respond promptly to potential or actual security threats
• Investigate and manage all security incidents and hazards on hospital premises
• Maintain knowledge of and adhere to policies regarding alarms and emergency/disaster preparedness
• Facilitate drills and simulations for emergency preparedness
• Provide assistance and information to staff and visitors to promote safety

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Security Officer

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Associate's degree or higher in any discipline preferred

Experience

• Service in active-duty military, reserves, National Guard, or auxiliary police/cadet programs preferred
• Minimum of one (1) year of verifiable and successful security experience required
• Healthcare security experience preferred
• At least six (6) months of customer interaction experience preferred

Licenses

• Current, valid driver's license with a clean driving record

Skills & Abilities

• Strong critical thinking and decision‑making skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to remain calm and take appropriate action in stressful situations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer skills
• Effective verbal and written communication in English

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is a modern, state‑of‑the‑art 295‑bed acute care facility, offering an advanced neurosurgery program with Spine Center accreditation amongst other specialty services.

The City of Somerset blends southern hospitality with abundant recreational opportunities including a 65,000‑acre lake with 1,200 miles of shoreline. Somerset is host to nationally recognized, high quality performing and visual arts, concerts and other special events for the community.

EEOC Statement

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community‑based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post‑acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.