Security Officer (Per Diem)

Overlake Hospital Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 33,048 - 53,547; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance premiums as low as $0

Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000 per year

Generous retirement plan matching

Job summary

Overlake Hospital Medical Center is seeking a Per Diem Security Officer to ensure a safe environment for staff, patients, and visitors. Responsibilities include assessing emergencies, coordinating interventions, and maintaining high visibility on campus.

Applicants must have a high school diploma, BLS certification, and a valid Washington State Driver's license. Benefits include medical insurance and tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 annually.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year in a customer service role preferred.
• One year healthcare security preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess rapidly evolving events and determine interventions.
• Coordinate with others inside and outside the security department.
• Provide security services to customers.

Skills

Customer service skills

Verbal de-escalation techniques

Surveillance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Healthcare provider Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Valid Washington State Driver's license

Job description

Job Overview

Pay range: Hourly $23.99 - $38.87. Schedule: Per Diem/Evenings. This position helps maintain a safe and secure environment for Overlake Medical Center staff, patients and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Assess rapidly evolving events independently and determine appropriate interventions.
• Coordinate efforts with others, both inside and outside the security department, to assure acceptable outcomes.
• Adapt to rapidly changing and sometimes conflicting priorities while maintaining customer satisfaction.
• Provide a full spectrum of security services to a diverse customer base.
• Interact with the public answering questions, giving directions and responding to concerns as needed.
• Patrol facility campus and related off campus locations as needed; maintaining high visibility in a manner that reflects well on the department and organization overall.
• Use computer-based systems for surveillance, access control and documentation.
• Respond to all emergency requests for assistance including fire, hazardous materials spills, criminal activity, emotional and psychiatric disturbances.
• Use verbal de-escalation techniques or minimum force possible to contain out‑of‑control persons.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Washington State Driver's license required, no criminal violations.
• Healthcare provider Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• One year in a customer service role preferred.
• One year healthcare security preferred.
• Certification as a Basic Healthcare Security Officer required through the International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) within one year of employment.
• Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) course and certification also required within six months of employment.

Benefits

• Medical insurance premiums as low as $0 per month.
• Many Overlake services covered at 100%.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000 per year.
• Generous retirement plan matching starting at 5% and increasing to 7% after five years with immediate vesting.
• Pre-tax and Roth after-tax retirement savings plans.
• Expanded Employee Assistance Program.
• Caregiver support program to help with childcare to eldercare.
• Free parking and Orca transit passes.

Additional Information

COVID-19 vaccination requirement: After October 18, 2021 all Washington state healthcare employees, contractors and volunteers will be required to provide proof of full COVID-19 immunization as a condition of employment. Please bring your COVID-19 immunization card to your pre-hire health screening.