Security Officer - Security Parking

PeaceHealth; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 64,901,000 - 97,338,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403b retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness benefits

Job summary

PeaceHealth in Washington state is seeking a Security Officer for Security Parking to provide safety and security services across hospital campuses.

The role involves patrolling, responding to codes, coordinating with local law enforcement, and delivering non-violent crisis intervention as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years in military, civilian security or law enforcement.
• Healthcare facility security experience preferred.
• Complete CPI/De-escalation training within 180 days of employment.
• IAHSS Basic certification and driver's license required; Basic Life Support on hire.

Responsibilities

• Patrols grounds, parking lots, buildings and entryways to deter incidents.
• Provide escort services for caregivers or patients as needed.
• Assist with crowd control during events with high patient/visitor volume.
• Coordinate information and emergency protocols with law enforcement.
• Maintain access control and badge/door systems; dispatch as assigned.
• Document and file reports; ensure accuracy of visitor permits.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Crisis de-escalation

Data entry

Physical fitness

MS Office proficiency

Driving record

Education

High School Diploma (Preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Outlook

Teams

Word

Excel

Job description

Job Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Security Officer - Security Parking for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Variable position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $22.65 – $33.97. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

Job Summary

The Security Officer is responsible for providing safety and security services which requires regular interactions with patients, visitors, caregivers and clinicians in highly diverse and complex situations. Interacts with local law enforcement to provide information, clarification of events and coordinate emergency protocols. Performs internal and external security patrol of assigned hospitals and/or clinics; dispatch; and access control as assigned.

Essential Functions

• Provides safety and security services which includes; patrolling grounds, parking lots, buildings, securing entryways and exits, etc. to effectively address potential conduct issues, violations of policy, check for property damage, inspect safety issues, inspect certain safety features such as fire extinguishers or water valves, respond to all codes, address trespassing concerns, provides assistance with out of control patients, and utilizes electronic checkpoints.
• Provides stand‑by service or escort services for protection of caregivers or patients as needed.
• Provides courtesy services such as providing directions, locksmith functions, jump‑starts, changing flat tires, reporting vehicles with lights on, and assisting families in times of crisis.
• Provides non‑violent physical crisis intervention and de‑escalation techniques to neutralize extreme situations and mitigate negative outcomes.
• Provides crowd control during events resulting in an influx of patients and/or visitors.
• Coordinates information, clarification of events and emergency protocols which may require collaboration with external safety and law enforcement agencies.
• Responds to all emergency situations and applies appropriate protocols for the Code, Disaster (command center), ETO Exposure, Fire, Flood, Hazardous spills, and all code situations.
• May assist flight crew and ground crew with Life Flight/Airlift NW transports and securing landing the pad.
• Ensures adherence to protocols; completing, filing and maintaining correct documentation, filing reports, monitoring visitor permits, and assists with maintaining building access control by utilizing the computerized badge/door system.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma Preferred: or equivalent

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years Required: Military or civilian security or law enforcement experience and
• Preferred: Healthcare facility security experience and
• Required: Complete CPI/De‑escalation training within 180 days of employment

Credentials

• Required: within 180 days IAHSS - Basic and
• Required: Drivers License and
• Required: Upon Hire Basic Life Support

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. (Required)
• Ability to formulate a plan of action, carry it out with control and apply crisis intervention and de‑escalation skills. (Required)
• Ability to perform data entry as necessary. (Required)
• Good physical condition to walk, run and lift as needed. (Required)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel. (Required)
• Acceptable driving record in accordance with the PeaceHealth Motor Vehicle Safety Policy. (Required)

Department / Location Specific Notes

• If assigned location requires the use of tasers, successfully pass Taser Training Program. After successful completion of Taser Training Program officers will be required to carry the taser while on duty.
• System Support Services - Public Safety Security: BLS not required.

Working Conditions

Lifting

• Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.
• Child Care Attendant: Ability to move around area with occasional sitting. Lift/carrying: Occasional up to 25 lbs. Push/pull: Occasional up to 50 lbs. force.
• Frequent bending/ kneeling/ squatting/ stooping/ reaching/ grasping.
• Occasional push/pull up to 50 lbs. force.
• Occasional reaching/ bending/ stooping/ squatting/ crouching/ kneeling/ grasping.
• Security: Ability to move around area with occasional sitting. Continuous moving around area. Lifting/carrying: Frequent up to 10 lbs. Occasional up to 50 lbs.

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
• Child Care Attendant: Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
• Exposure to outside temperatures (seasonal).
• Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Security: Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting.

Mental/Visual

• Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer‑paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

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