Security Officer I- Flex

Asiswny; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Security Officer responsible for maintaining safety and security within a dynamic healthcare environment. This role involves conducting routine patrols, responding to emergencies, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will be equipped to handle various situations, from conflict resolution to emergency response, while providing assistance to patients and visitors. Join a team committed to creating a secure atmosphere for all, where your contributions directly impact the well-being of the community. This is an excellent opportunity for those passionate about safety and service.

Qualifications

• Must be physically able to provide essential services of the position.
• Experience in emergency response and conflict resolution is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine patrols and enforce hospital rules of conduct.
• Direct firefighting activities and participate in safety programs.
• Assist patients and visitors with vehicle problems and directions.

Skills

Conflict Resolution

Emergency Response

Patrolling

Fire Safety

Traffic Management

Report Writing

Education

High School Diploma

Certification in Security Training

Tools

CCTV Systems

Fire Alarm Systems

Access Control Systems

Personal Computers

Job description

Job Summary Responsible for maintaining safety and security for an assigned area. Maintains safety and security of patients, visitors, and employees; conducts routine patrols of assigned areas to keep property and persons free from risk; meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range on their assigned area. Responds to emergencies, fire alarms, hazardous material incidents. Deals with conflict, confrontation, and stressful situations on a routine basis. Performs both foot patrol and vehicle patrol of facilities and grounds. Must be physically able to provide the essential services of the position.

Job Duties

1. Conducts routine patrols on foot or by car of assigned areas; enforces hospital rules of conduct; is aware of unauthorized persons, unusual physical factors, and mechanical malfunctions; reports or resolves problems, as appropriate; completes detailed written shift reports as required; may carry a watch tour clock or similar device to record the patrol of a designated area.
2. Directs firefighting activities; inspects buildings for fire and safety hazards; enforces fire and safety rules; participates in fire drills and fire and safety programs for employees; works cooperatively with local fire departments.
3. Directs traffic on hospital property; enforces traffic and parking regulations; assists patients, visitors, and employees with vehicle problems per policy and training.
4. Provides routine escort and emergent delivery services to campus facilities.
5. Participates in orientation of new employees and students in fire, safety, and security policies; trains in fire fighting techniques and use of equipment.
6. Locks all doors, in designated areas, after regular business hours; unlocks doors at the start of business hours.
7. Operates security technology equipment including; personal computers, CCTV systems, fire alarm system, access control systems, security alarm systems, and radios.
8. Performs emergency and hazardous material response services in accordance with training, policy and equipment capabilities.
9. Performs security and emergency services related to site emergency management plans.
10. Trains in relation to Hospital Emergency Incident Command System job roles.
11. Performs set up duties related to Emergency Operations Center.
12. Investigates employee, visitor, and patient complaints; works cooperatively with local police departments and authorities.
13. Completes detailed reports on incidents, thefts, losses.
14. Responds to requests for assistance involving patients in the assigned locations; assists in locating patients; assists Life Flight with unloading patients and equipment, as necessary.
15. Coordinates and performs prisoner escort duties consistent with protocol.
16. Assists and directs patients and visitors to areas within the Medical Center; furnishes information, as requested; may provide assistance to handicapped, wheelchair, and elderly persons upon arrival and departure from the Medical Center; assures an adequate supply of wheelchairs at the hospital entrance.

Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.