Security Officer I

About the role

Responsible for maintaining safety and security for an assigned area. Maintains safety and security of patients, visitors, and employees; conducts routine patrols to keep property and persons free from risk. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range on the assigned area. Responds to emergencies, fire alarms, and hazardous material incidents. Deals with conflict, confrontation, and stressful situations routinely. Performs both foot patrol and vehicle patrol of facilities and grounds. Must be physically able to provide the essential services of the position.

Responsibilities

• Conducts routine patrols on foot or by car of assigned areas; enforces hospital rules of conduct; identifies unauthorized persons, unusual physical factors, and mechanical malfunctions; reports or resolves problems as appropriate; completes detailed written shift reports.
• Directs firefighting activities; inspects buildings for fire and safety hazards; enforces fire and safety rules; participates in fire drills and fire and safety programs for employees; 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 and unlocks doors in designated areas after and at the start of business hours.
• Operates security technology equipment including personal computers, CCTV systems, fire alarm systems, 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 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, and losses.
• Responds to requests for assistance involving patients; 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; ensures an adequate supply of wheelchairs at the hospital entrance.
• Accountable for satisfying all job-specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• Valid Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of related experience (e.g., security, military, police)

Pay

$16.24 minimum hiring rate with increased rates for experienced individuals and up to $2 shift differentials for evening, nights, and weekend shifts.

Schedule

Full time, 40 hours per week, day/evening rotation.

Benefits

• Full benefits (health, dental, and vision) starting on day one
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
• Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay, and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for loved ones
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, and pet care; access to free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools, and more
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life, and pet and legal insurance