Security Officer - Twin Lakes Security

1000 Owensboro Health, Inc.; Leitchfield (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Owensboro Health Twin Lakes Medical Center is seeking a security officer to provide security services, ensuring a safe environment for patients, staff, physicians, and assets.

Responsibilities include threat monitoring, incident investigations, drills, access control, and coordination with local law enforcement. Requires a high school diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, and crisis management training compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required upon hire.
• Valid driver’s license and 21+ years of age required upon hire.
• AVADE Level III and IAHSS Basic/Advanced Training preferred.

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 safety on the premises.
• Manages facility access and security surveillance systems.
• Manages violent behavior patients and visitors using 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

Critical thinking

Decision making

Stress tolerance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

AVADE Workplace Violence Prevention Level III

IAHSS Basic/Advanced Training Certificate

Job description

Position Details

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.

Work Experience

No experience required.

Education

High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or higher required upon hire.

Additional Education

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

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 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 25-75 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

• 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 Overview

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.