security officer-2

musc; Arkansas; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Security Officer at MUSC reports to the Medical Center Security Manager and provides protection for facilities, staff and patients. This PRN position requires clear communication, adherence to security standards, and flexibility for shift work and overtime.

Minimum requirements include a High School Diploma and one year of relevant experience; IAHSS certification must be earned within the first year, and a South Carolina driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and one year of relevant security experience.
• IAHSS certification must be obtained within the first year of employment.
• Bachelor’s degree or other relevant certifications may substitute for required experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and provide protection and security for facilities, premises, employees, patients and visitors.
• Communicate tactfully with the general public.
• Follow established security standards and practices as directed by the Hospital Security Manager.
• Work shifts with overtime as required.

Skills

communication

customer service

situational awareness

Education

High School Diploma

IAHSS Certification (required within 1 year)

Bachelor’s degree substitute experience

Job description

Job Description Summary

Job Description Summary
The Security Officer reports to the Medical Center Security Manager. Under general supervision, the Security Officer monitors and provides protection and security for facilities, premises, employees, patients and visitors.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

PRN

Cost Center

CC000667 CHS OH - Safety & Security

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-21

Scheduled Weekly Hours

12

Job Description

The Security Officer reports to the Medical Center Security Manager. Under general supervision, the Security Officer monitors and provides protection and security for facilities, premises, employees, patients and visitors. Ability to communicate tactfully with the general public. Knowledge of methods of security in buildings and grounds institution. Performs routine and repetitive duties following clearly prescribed standards and practices as set forth by the Manager of Hospital Security. Work involves shift work and some overtime. Must be able to use tact and communicate clearly with public.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma, and one year of relevant experience (Security, Law Enforcement, Fire Service, Emergency Medical Service, Behavioral Health, Counselor, Education, or Military). A Bachelor’s degree or other relevant certifications may be substituted for the required work experience. Must obtain and be able to maintain the International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety certification (IAHSS) within the first year of employment. Must have a valid South Carolina Driver’s License.

Physical Requirements

• Mobility & Posture

Standing: Continuous, Sitting: Continuous, Walking: Continuous, climbing stairs: Infrequent, working indoors: Continuous, working outdoors (temperature extremes): Infrequent, working from elevated areas: Frequent, working in confined/cramped spaces: Frequent, Kneeling: Infrequent, bending at the waist: Continuous, Twisting at the waist: Frequent, Squatting: Frequent

• Manual Dexterity & Strength

Pinching operations: Frequent, Gross motor use (fingers/hands): Continuous, Firm grasping (fingers/hands): Continuous, Fine manipulation (fingers/hands): Continuous, reaching overhead: Frequent, Reaching in all directions: Continuous, Repetitive motion (hands/wrists/elbows/shoulders): Continuous, Full use of both legs: Continuous, Balance & coordination (lower extremities): Frequent.

• Lifting & Force Requirements

Lift/carry 50 lbs. unassisted: Infrequent, Lift/lower 50 lbs. from floor to 36”: Infrequent, Lift up to 25 lbs. overhead: Infrequent, Exert up to 50 lbs. of force: Frequent

• Vision & Sensory

Maintain corrected vision 20/40 (one or both eyes): Continuous, Recognize objects (near/far): Continuous, Color discrimination: Continuous, Depth perception: Continuous, Peripheral vision: Continuous, Hearing acuity (with correction): Continuous, Tactile sensory function: Continuous, Gross motor with fine motor coordination: Continuous.

• Selected Positions:
• Olfactory (smell) function: Continuous
• Respirator use qualification: Continuous

• Work Environment & Conditions

Effective stress management: Continuous, Rotating shifts: Frequent, Overtime as required: Frequent, Latex-safe environment: Continuous.

Motivation

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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