Security Officer

Banner Health Corporate; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Health in Mesa, Arizona is seeking a Security Officer to patrol facilities and grounds, support the welfare and safety of patients and staff, and respond to emergencies. The role requires handling incidents, securing entrances, and coordinating with law enforcement when needed.

You will perform a variety of security duties across shifts, participate in training, and maintain professional standards. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities to contribute to a

Qualifications

• Must 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 across varied assignments and shifts.
• Responds to all emergency codes for assistance and control; patrols facility frequently to maintain a safer environment; assists employees with security-related matters and mediates disputes.
• Maintains current knowledge of applicable laws and regulations; testifies in court or hearings when required.
• Utilizes non-lethal weapons per policy and training.
• Investigates and completes written reports of complaints and incidents; maintains logs of security activities.
• Position may interact with law enforcement and emergency services; may provide guidance to staff during security emergencies.

Skills

Security certifications

Valid driver’s license

Observation skills

Security report writing

Non-lethal weapons proficiency

Physical fitness testing

Professional appearance

Job description

Primary City/State: Mesa, Arizona

Department Name: Security-AZ East-Corp

Work Shift: Varied

Job Category: Facilities, Environmental Services, and Culinary

Find your path in health care. Our team members make Banner Health a Great Place To Work®. Learn how you can join our dedicated team of professionals. Good health care is key to a good life. At Banner Health, we understand that, and that’s why we work hard every day to make a difference in people’s lives. Do you like the idea of making a positive change in people’s lives – and your own? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Arizona is a year-round destination. Sunny skies and low humidity prevail 300 days a year across the state. From awesome natural wonders to culinary treats, tribal lands, vibrant cities, world-class resorts, renowned golfing and historic Western towns, there are some truly breathtaking moments to be had in the Grand Canyon State.

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. Our team works 3 12-hour shifts 6-6 for both days or nights and half day on Wednesday. DAY SHIFTS: Shift A: (Sun-Wed) Sun - Tues 6 am-6 pm, then ½ Wed 6 am-12 noon Shift B: (Wed-Sat) ½ Wed - 12 noon-6pm, then Thur - Sat 6 am-6 pm NIGHT SHIFTS: Shift C:(Sun-Wed) Sun - Tues 6pm-6am, then ½ Wed (6 pm-12 midnight) Shift D: (Wed-Sat) ½ Wed 12 midnight-6 am, then Thur - Sat 6pm-6am

Physical 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.

Your pay and benefits are important components of your journey at Banner Health. This opportunity includes the option to participate in a variety of health, financial, and security benefits. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefit package for all benefit-eligible positions.

Position Summary

This 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 Functions

• 1. 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. Appropriately and effectively 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. Professionally testifies in criminal court, state hearings and review boards when required.
• 8. Based on area of assignment may assist in the maintenance and preservation of confidential health documents including scanning into electronic patient health information systems.
• 9. Position reports directly to the Security Supervisor, 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 Qualifications

• Must 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.
• Employees hired on or after January 1, 2019 will need to successfully demonstrate the physical requirements before starting in the role.
• Employees hired before January 1, 2019 must be able to successfully demonstrate the physical requirements by December 31, 2019.
• If upon initial evaluation, an employee is unable to successfully demonstrate the physical requirements, there will be a quarterly assessment administered.
• This physical skills assessment will then be conducted on an annual basis and employees must successfully meet the requirements to remain in role.
• Employees must possess a Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.
• Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital must sign a Criminal History Affidavit upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer prior law enforcement, military, Corrections, healthcare or advance security experience.
• Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

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