Security Officer I

About the role

Geisinger is seeking a Security Officer I to maintain safety and security for an assigned area. This role involves protecting patients, visitors, and employees through routine patrols, emergency response, and enforcement of hospital rules. The position requires physical capability to provide essential services, dealing with conflict and stressful situations on a routine basis. At Geisinger, security is about protecting people and creating a safe, welcoming environment so patients and staff can focus on exceptional care and healing.

Responsibilities

• Conducts routine patrols on foot or by car of assigned areas; enforces hospital rules of conduct; monitors for unauthorized persons, unusual physical factors, and mechanical malfunctions; reports or resolves problems as appropriate; completes detailed written shift reports; may carry a watch tour clock or similar device to record patrol of designated area
• Directs firefighting activities; inspects buildings for fire and safety hazards; enforces fire and safety rules; participates in fire drills and fire and safety programs; works cooperatively with local fire departments
• Directs traffic on hospital property; enforces traffic and parking regulations; assists patients, visitors, and employees with vehicle problems per policy and training
• Provides routine escort and emergent delivery services to campus facilities
• Participates in orientation of new employees and students in fire, safety, and security policies; trains in fire fighting techniques and use of equipment
• Locks all doors in designated areas after regular business hours; unlocks doors at start of business hours
• Operates security technology equipment including personal computers, CCTV systems, fire alarm system, access control systems, security alarm systems, and radios
• Performs emergency and hazardous material response services in accordance with training, policy and equipment capabilities
• Performs security and emergency services related to site emergency management plans
• Trains in relation to Hospital Emergency Incident Command System job roles
• Performs set up duties related to Emergency Operations Center
• Investigates employee, visitor, and patient complaints; works cooperatively with local police departments and authorities
• Completes detailed reports on incidents, thefts, losses
• Responds to requests for assistance involving patients in assigned locations; assists in locating patients; assists Life Flight with unloading patients and equipment as necessary
• Coordinates and performs prisoner escort duties consistent with protocol
• Assists and directs patients and visitors to areas within the Medical Center; furnishes information as requested; provides assistance to handicapped, wheelchair, and elderly persons upon arrival and departure; assures adequate supply of wheelchairs at hospital entrance
• For GLH employees only: completes Emergency Vehicle Operator's Certification (EMSVO) approved by PA DoH within 90 days of hire and maintains certification; drives ambulance to and from hospital to helipad to transport flight crews and patients as necessary (no direct patient care except assisting in lifting/moving patients); assures vehicle is ready for use including fueling, reports vehicle issues to Security Supervisor or Manager

Schedule

• Part Time, 20 hours per week, Day/Evening rotation
• Weekends and Holidays rotation

Pay

• Minimum hiring rate: $16.24
• Increased rates for experienced individuals
• Up to $2 shift differentials for evening, nights, and weekend shifts

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) - Required
• Valid Driver's License - Required
• Minimum of 1 year related work experience - Required
• Basic Healthcare Security Officer Certification from International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS)

Benefits

• Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one for full time and part time positions, including domestic partners
• Three medical plan choices, including expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan with fast accrual
• Up to $5,000 tuition reimbursement per calendar year
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program with financial incentives
• Adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay, and free Care.com membership with discounted backup care
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with referrals for childcare, eldercare, pet care, free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, and digital self-help tools
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life, and pet and legal insurance

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