Security Officer - Twin Lakes Medical Center

Owensboro Health; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Owensboro Health is seeking a Security Officer to provide proactive security services and maintain a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors. The role emphasizes monitoring, incident response, and coordination with local authorities to protect assets and ensure safety.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and the ability to work in a high-stress setting. Employment is full-time at 0.9 FTE with evenings and rotating weekends, based at the Twin Lakes Medical Center.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required upon hire.
• Ability to think clearly and act decisively in stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and respond to security threats on campus and property.
• Investigate incidents and hazards and coordinate with local law enforcement.
• Maintain alarms, access control, and surveillance systems.
• Assist staff and visitors to promote safety on the premises.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Weekend Requirements: As Needed | Work Hours: Evenings - Rotating Weekends | Status: Full Time - 0.9 FTE (72 hours per pay period) | Entity: Owensboro Health Twin Lakes Medical Center | Department: Safety & Security

Job Summary:

Provides security services to promote a safe and secure environment for patients, staff, physicians, and assets.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs proactive monitoring of and timely responses to potential/actual security threats.
• Investigates and manages all security incidents and hazards on the premises and other organizational properties.
• Maintains knowledge of and follows policies and procedures regarding alarms and emergency/disaster preparedness plans.
• Facilitates planned drills and simulations.
• Provides information and assistance to staff and visitors to promote their safety on the premises.
• Manages facility access and security surveillance systems.
• Manages violent behavior patients and visitors utilizing crisis management training.
• Monitors critical systems such as fire alarms, generators, elevators, and emergency call boxes.
• Performs threats and hazard assessments by both foot and vehicle patrol.
• Acts as a liaison with local law enforcement.

Skills and Attributes:

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Works under direct supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Position Requirements:

• Work Experience No experience required
• Education High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or higher required upon hire
• Additional Education Information A combination of education, training and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

Driver - Valid driver's license and 21 years of age required upon hire AND AVADE Workplace Violence Prevention Level III Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position AND IAHSS-Basic/Advanced Training Certificate- Completion of Basic/Advanced Certification Exam from International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety preferred

Organizational Responsibilities:

Supports Owensboro Health’s Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests. Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures. Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.

Additional Job Information:

This job description describes the general nature and level of work required by the position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions of the job. Specific duties and responsibilities consistent with the general nature and level of work described may vary by department and additional related duties may be assigned as needed. Some duties listed may not apply to all employees with this job description. The job description is subject to change with or without notice, and Management reserves the right to add, modify or remove any qualification or duty. Nothing in this job description changes the existing at-will employment relationship between the Organization and the employee occupying the position.

Standard ADA Settings:

Physical Demands:

(Clinical-Hospital) Standing: Frequently Walking: Frequently Sitting: Occasionally Lifting 0-25 lbs.: Frequently Lifting 25-75 lbs.: Rarely Lifting over 75 lbs.: Rarely Carrying 0-25 lbs.: Frequently Carrying 2575 lbs.: Rarely Carrying over 75 lbs.: Rarely Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs.: Frequently Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs.: Frequently Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs.: Frequently Climbing: Occasionally Bending/Stooping: Frequently Kneeling: Occasionally Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally Reaching: Frequently Talking: Frequently Hearing: Frequently Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently Running: Occasionally Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently Hazardous Drug Risk Exposure: Risk Level: Low-Risk Owensboro Health Core Commitments

Owensboro Health Core Commitments

• INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.
• RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.
• TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.
• INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.
• SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.
• EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.

Owensboro Health is a nonprofit health system with a mission to heal the sick and to improve the health of the communities we serve in Kentucky and Indiana. The system includes Owensboro Health Regional Hospital, nationally recognized for design, architecture and engineering; Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital; Owensboro Health Twin Lakes Medical Center; the Owensboro Health Medical Group comprised of over 200 providers at more than 30 locations; three outpatient Healthplex facilities, a certified medical fitness facility, the Healthpark; a surgical weight loss center and program, and the Mitchell Memorial Cancer Center.