Security Officer PRN

12600 St George Regional Hospital; Saint George (UT); On-site; USD 58,598,000 - 77,480,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermountain Health St George Regional Hospital is seeking a Security Officer to maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff. You will monitor security systems, de-escalate conflicts, and respond to emergencies, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and safety protocols.

The role requires a current Driver's License (if applicable), Basic Life Certification (BLS) or willingness to obtain within 90 days, and at least 21 years of age.

Qualifications

• Current Driver's License (if applicable for the role).
• Current Basic Life Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers or willing to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• At least 21 years of age.
• One-year previous law enforcement, corrections, public safety, military police or security experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor security technology systems (surveillance, access control, alarms).
• De-escalate conflicts using verbal and non-verbal skills.
• Protect safety of patients, staff and visitors; intervene when aggression occurs.
• Follow HIPAA and reporting protocols; coordinate with law enforcement as needed.
• Conduct safety inspections and secure premises; participate in drills and emergencies.

Skills

Law Enforcement

Parking

Public Safety

Lockout Tagout

Fire Drills

Key Control

Exterior Design

Patient Transportation

Communication

Situational Awareness

Decision Making

Education

Basic Life Certification (BLS)

Driver's License

Job description

Job Description

The Security Officer provides a safe environment for patients, visitors, employees, and volunteers, typically in an office or ambulatory clinic setting.

This position is responsible to monitor visitor or patient activity, monitor the premises in and around the facility, enforce policy, provide assistance and direction, respond to emergencies, and to provide protection for employees, visitors, and Intermountain property.

Essential Functions

• Operate and monitor security technology systems, including surveillance cameras, access control systems, and alarm systems.
• Ensure proper functioning and maintenance of security equipment.
• De-escalation: use verbal and non-verbal strategies to calm individuals and resolve conflicts peacefully, minimizing the need for physical force.
• Intervene to protect the safety of everyone involved when patients act aggressively or violently, including using physical restraints when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with regulations such as HIPAA when reporting crimes or incidents, disclosing only the minimum necessary information to law enforcement.
• Respond to bomb threats and suspicious packages, following protocols to ensure the safety of the facility.
• Participate in drills such as infant abduction and active shooter scenarios to prepare staff for real-life situations.
• Conduct respectful and safe searches of patients and searching for narcotics, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
• Conduct safety inspections of walking surfaces, fire extinguishers, and overall facility safety to mitigate risks.
• Enforce parking regulations to ensure safety and accessibility, focusing on enhancing the patient experience.
• Collaborate with HR and law enforcement to conduct investigations, following protocols for disclosing patient information, and ensuring facility safety.

Skills

• Law Enforcement
• Parking
• Public Safety
• Lockout Tagout
• Fire Drills
• Key Control
• Exterior Design
• Patient Transportation
• Communication
• Situational Awareness
• Decision Making

Current Qualifications

Current Driver's License (if applicable for the role). Current Basic Life Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers or willing to obtain within 90 days of hire. At least 21 years of age.

Preferred Qualifications

One-year previous law enforcement, corrections, public safety, military police or security experience.

Physical Requirements

Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, monitors, identify equipment and supplies, and be able to assess customer needs. Frequent interactions with customers require employees to communicate as well as understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transport, pull, and push equipment. Will also work on hands and knees and bend to set-up, troubleshoot, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items. For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.

Location

Intermountain Health St George Regional Hospital. Work City: St George. Work State: Utah.

Compensation

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $20.45 - $27.04

Benefits

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Company Overview

Headquartered in Utah with locations in six primary states and additional operations across the western U.S., Intermountain Health is a nonprofit system of 34 hospitals, 400+ clinics, a medical group of more than 4,800 employed physicians and advanced care providers, a health plan division called Select Health with more than one million members, and other health services. Helping people live the healthiest lives possible, Intermountain is widely recognized as a leader in clinical quality improvement and efficient healthcare delivery. Join our world-class team and embark on a career filled with opportunities, strength, innovation, and fulfillment.

Additional Programs

Intermountain Health's PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution. The program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates. Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment. Learn more.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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