Security Officer | North Hospital | Full Time | Evening Shift

About the Role

The Security Officer is responsible for patrolling the hospital and grounds to ensure a safe, secure environment for Associates, patients and their family members, and other visitors to the hospital. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

Responsibilities

• Patrols hospital, parking and/or assigned area to ensure safety and security for Associates, patients and visitors to the hospital.
• Assumes mobile responsibilities, such as van or shuttle operation.
• Provides customer service and performs general duties.
• Uses proper communication skills for radio and telephone.
• Prepares daily activity reports, Incident Reports, Offense Reports, Fire Reports, etc.
• Maintains property of patients, lost and found property, and documentation on money escorts.
• Maintains appearance and equipment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
• 1-3 years of security or law enforcement experience (Preferred)
• Class D Driver License - Tennessee (Required)
• Security Guard - Unarmed certification from Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (Required)

Skills

• Knowledge of security and criminal investigation methods and operations.
• Ability to carry out assigned duties with integrity and honesty.
• Skill in applying appropriate behavior when greeting and assisting members of the public.
• Ability to understand and prepare written materials at a moderate level, such as Incident Reports.
• Ability to communicate verbally with Associates and visitors to the hospital.
• Ability to work without close supervision and to exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to organize multiple tasks and maintain control of work flow.
• Ability to maintain working relationships with co-workers.

Physical Demands

• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• Heavy work: exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently.
• Close visual acuity required for preparing and analyzing data, transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, or extensive reading.
• Visual acuity to determine accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of assigned work or to make general observations.
• Periodically to frequently use physical force to resolve emergency situations.
• Ability to successfully participate and complete departmental-specific required training, including physical, hands-on training and competencies.