Security Officer - Lourdes Hospital

Mercy Health Partners; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Security Monitor to ensure a safe environment in the hospital. The role includes monitoring areas, responding to emergencies, and maintaining communication with staff and patients. Candidates must have a high school diploma and relevant certifications including BLS.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

Life insurance with AD&D

Flexible spending accounts

403(b) retirement plan

Qualifications

• Certification in Use of Force program required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through AHA required.
• Prior experience in security, law enforcement, or military preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor all areas of the hospital for safety and security.
• Respond to emergency situations and communicate effectively.
• Maintain mobility across hospital facilities and manage traffic flow.

Skills

Communication

Crisis intervention

Defensive tactics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.

Job Summary:

Performs duties under general direction, responsible for monitoring all areas of the hospital in order to ensure a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors and associates. Monitors parking facilities, pedestrian, and vehicular traffic in accordance with hospital policy.

Works within patient care units, facility grounds, parking facilitiesand other areas as assigned. Working beyond normal working hours, on weekends, and holidays, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary. Working throughout the facility moving around intermittently throughout the shift. Frequent interruptions. Subject to potential violent and stressful situations.

Ability to obtain and maintainprior to or after hire,certification indefensive tacticsand handcuffing techniques and de-escalation programs as designated by Protective Services Management.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Must be able to:

1. Be mobile in all areas of the hospital and other facilities.

2. Recognize and respond to emergency situations involving fire, smoke, hazardous chemicals and the like.

3. Communicate via telephone and two-way radio.

4. Communicate verbally, with the patients, guests, and employees.

5. Tolerate hot/cold weather conditions.

6. Drive a car.

7. Remain on feet for extended periods of time.

8. Climb steps.

Must be able to:

1. Use basic writing skills to complete reports.

Qualifications:

Prerequisites:

High school graduate or equivalent

Valid KY Driver’s License

Must complete certification inthe Useof Force program, and crisis intervention, other training as required.

Basic Life Support (BLS) through AHA(or ability toobtain and maintainafter hire)

Preferer prior experience in one of the following: private, government or militarysecurity, law enforcement, corrections, military law enforcement, emergency medical service or relatedexperience as determined by the security manager.

MercyHealth is an equal opportunity employer.

We’ll also reward your hard work with:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• An employer-matched 403(b) for those who qualify.
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]