Lawrence Co Hospital PRN 1250-Security Guard-8076

About the role

Job Summary: The Security Officer safely performs all duties related to security. The Security Officer position is for a person trained and willing to perform security and patrol related duties.

Responsibilities

• Patrol areas of hospital, Southwest Outpatient Clinics, Southwest Outpatient Rehabilitation and Mississippi Cancer Institute buildings, parking lots, and grounds to assure security and prevent damage or loss of organization and/or employee property.
• Intervene and subdue patients, visitors, or employees during episodes of violent or irrational behavior.
• Monitor visitor flow at the security desk or watch security monitor system and report any unusual activities.
• Pick up lab specimens and deliver mail/supplies.

Requirements

• Trained and willing to perform security and patrol related duties.
• Experienced in the use of firearms and self-defense.
• Ability to work independently after minimal directions and instructions.
• Perform all duties in a reasonable and timely manner.
• Willing to be reassigned during shift according to security needs, workload, and staffing.
• Able to work and relate in a professional, non-defensive manner with peers, physicians, administration, patients, and visitors.