Security (PRN)

Ohio County Hospital Corporation; Hartford (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio County Hospital Corporation is seeking a dedicated Security Officer to protect patients, staff and visitors in a busy hospital setting. You will patrol all areas, monitor entrances, and respond to security events while coordinating with clinical teams and emergency responders.

The role requires a minimum high school diploma, active BLS status, and ongoing training. You must communicate clearly, work under pressure, lift up to 50 lbs when needed, and maintain confidentiality and HIPAA

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required for all positions.
• Maintains BLS Healthcare provider status.
• May be allowed to sign a GED agreement to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Rounding to all areas of the hospital and exterior of the facility, includes MOB and hospice house.
• Responding to security events, including those involving visitors, patients and associates.
• Assistance with development, management and revision of the security program.
• Conducting risk assessments
• Mitigating security events
• Responds to all safety concerns
• Responds to emergencies (Code Blue, Code Red, etc)
• Inspects fire extinguishers and other general safety duties as assigned
• Provides necessary support to departments and co-workers, i.e. assisting with patient care within allowable limits
• Establishing rapport with associated and providers
• Supporting the quality department functions (checklists, reports, etc.)
• Frequently accesses email to stay up to date on information within the organization and provides a way of communication between staff members.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

POSITION TITLE: 225- SecurityLOCATION: Hospital SettingREPORTS TO: Director of FacilitiesREVISION DATE: 5/26/2026QUALIFICATIONS:EDUCATION: Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required for all positions (may be allowed to sign a GED agreement to obtain within 6 months).REQUIRED: see abovePREFERRED:EXPERIENCE: N/AREQUIRED:PREFERRED:OTHER REQUIREMENTS OR LICENSURE:Maintains BLS Healthcare provider statusJust in time training for co-workers relevant to positionsJOB DESCRIPTION:The job description reflects the general details considered necessary to fulfill the essential job functions and shall not be construed as all-inclusive of all work requirements inherent in this position. Other specific job-related knowledge and skills may be required. All employees subject to an annual performance evaluation based on the duties and responsibilities of this position.PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Usual working space is a well-ventilated area. Requires standing, walking, turning, bending, stooping, and lifting. Clear speech to communicate effectively with customers (e.g. patients, families, and other team members). Fine and gross motor skills. Environment may be stressful at times, therefore ability to work under stressful conditions is necessary. Lifting up to 50 lbs may be required, anything over 50 lbs should be a team lift or with the use of a lifting aid.COMPLIANCE AND REGULATORY EXPECTATIONS: All employees are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that upholds the highest standard of integrity, ethical behavior, and regulatory compliance. As a condition of employment, employees must adhere to:· OCH Code of Conduct· OCH Policies and Procedures· Scope of Practice within License/Certification.· HIPAA and HIPAA Security Confidentiality Standards· Workplace Safety· Mandatory Training· Annual Compliance EducationESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Safety and Security:Rounding to all areas of the hospital and exterior of the facility, includes MOB and hospice house.Responding to security events, including those involving visitors, patients and associatesAssistance with development, management and revision of the security programConducting risk assessmentsMitigating security eventsResponds to all safety concernsResponds to emergencies (Code Blue, Code Red, etc)Inspects fire extinguishers and other general safety duties as assignedQuality:Maintains confidentialityProvides necessary support to departments and co-workers, i.e. assisting with patient care within allowable limitsEstablishing rapport with associated and providersSupporting the quality department functions (checklists, reports, etc.)Frequently accesses email to stay up to date on information within the organization and provides a way of communication between staff members.Performs all procedures according to established policies and procedures of OCH and adheres to legal compliance policies and other regulatory issuesQUALIFICATIONS:EDUCATION: Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required for all positions (may be allowed to sign a GED agreement to obtain within 6 months).REQUIRED: see abovePREFERRED:EXPERIENCE: N/AREQUIRED:PREFERRED:OTHER REQUIREMENTS OR LICENSURE:Maintains BLS Healthcare provider statusJust in time training for co-workers relevant to positions