Security Officer - Per Diem

Boston Medical Center; Brockton (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Security Officer to ensure the safety of staff, visitors, and patients. This role involves patrolling the premises, responding to emergencies, and maintaining a secure environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in security or healthcare operations and a commitment to professionalism. Join a team that values dignity, compassion, and respect in providing exceptional healthcare. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about community safety, this opportunity could be perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Security/Healthcare Operations preferred.
• Valid Massachusetts class D operator’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Patrol hospital buildings and grounds to deter crime.
• Respond to emergent situations and ensure authorized access.
• Write clear incident reports and maintain logs.

Skills

Security Operations

Emergency Response

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Good Samaritan Medical Center, we are committed to improving the health of our communities by delivering exceptional, personalized health care with dignity, compassion and respect. Our continued focus on the patient experience informs our caregivers on how to provide care that is respectful of and responsive to individual patient and family preferences, needs and values.

If you are seeking a fast-paced, challenging position in an organization committed to achieving and maintaining a standard of excellence in all we do, our organization may be a good fit for you.

Schedule: Per Diem, As Needed, Non-Benefit Eligible

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Manager of Security, provides security and safety of all staff, visitors and patients. Handles all traffic related matters. Functions as a resource regarding hospital information for patients and visitors. Maintains a safe environment for all visitors, patients, and employees at Good Samaritan Medical Center. Projects an image of professionalism in communication, appearance, and conduct. Maintains a working knowledge of departmental standard operating procedures. Must maintain an active knowledge of security emergency procedures and environment of care standards. Performs other duties as assigned by the Manager of Security.

Responsibilities:

• Provides a visible deterrence to crime and prohibited activities by patrolling the buildings and grounds of the hospital.
• Responds quickly and effectively to emergent and non-emergent situations.
• Ensures only authorized personnel are admitted onto hospital premises.
• Escorts visitors, patients, and personnel to and from parking areas upon request.
• Maintains current information in lost and found logs. Notifies the D.O.S. and the Sergeant when items are reported missing or are located.
• Serves as a member of the Fire Control Team and responds to all fires.
• Investigates incidents of unusual circumstances reported by hospital personnel, visitors, physicians, or patients and reports all incidents, verbally or through general incident form, by the end of each shift.
• Writes accurate, clear, and legible incident reports and documents investigatory steps and results.

Requirements:

• Education: High school diploma or GED required. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice preferred.
• Experience: Any combination of experience equivalent to at least 2 years in Security/Healthcare Operations, field experience in a law enforcement agency or prior service in the United States Military preferred.
• Certification/Licensure: Valid Massachusetts class D operator’s license.
• Software/Hardware: Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans