Urgent Care Safety Assistant — Part-Time

Licking Memorial Health Systems; Newark (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Licking Memorial Health Systems Downtown Urgent Care in Newark, OH is seeking a part-time Safety Assistant to help protect patients, staff, and visitors. Working under the Director of Safety & Security and alongside LMHS Police, you will monitor safety, respond to events, and enforce hospital policies.

The role emphasizes professionalism, clear communication, and the ability to stay calm in stressful situations while supporting patient safety and the LMHS mission.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirement, high school diploma or GED.
• This position may require extensive walking, standing, sitting, and talking.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and support the hospital mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, and customer service standards.
• LMH is accredited by DNV and TJC, and as such, may require specific annual education related to specialty certifications and standards.

Responsibilities

• Monitor cameras to ensure safety and security of the Urgent Care.
• Collaborate with Safety and/or the Police Department to intervene when any form of noncompliance with policy is observed.
• Have the knowledge and ability to operate handheld radio equipment when needed.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and customer service when interacting with patients, visitors, and staff.
• Ability to remain calm and professional during high stress situations.
• Possess knowledge of Licking Memorial Health Systems policies and procedures, including emergency management processes, and assist visitors, patients, and staff in responding to events.
• Perform any other task as requested or directed by Safety & Security leadership.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Licking Memorial Health Systems Downtown Urgent Care in Newark, OH is seeking a part-time Safety Assistant to help protect patients, staff, and visitors. Working under the Director of Safety & Security and alongside LMHS Police, you will monitor safety, respond to events, and enforce hospital policies.

The role emphasizes professionalism, clear communication, and the ability to stay calm in stressful situations while supporting patient safety and the LMHS mission.