SECURITY GUARD

Job Overview

To ensure that the facility remains a safe and secure environment for medical staff/employees, patients, and visitors by patrolling the premises and visitor management. Observes and reports activities and incidents at an assigned site. Preserves order and acts to enforce regulations when assistance is requested by medical staff/employees. Responds rapidly to security emergencies within the facility.

Minimum Education

A High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Minimum Experience/Knowledge

• 1 year of related experience required (preferably in a healthcare setting)
• Demonstrated experience in monitoring surveillance system and writing reports
• Experience, knowledge and/or training, in safety, fire protection, civil disturbance, emergency preparedness procedures and planning, C.P.R./A.E.D., Security and Safety issues and standards as set forth by Department of Health Services and The Joint Commission is preferred

Physical Abilities

• Ability to handle various intervention incidents, including patient restraints and violent subjects
• Ability to exercise emotional control, judgment, and objectivity

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Valid current California driver’s license is required.
• B.L.S. - Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association required.