Security Officer PRN

About the role

The Security Officer performs a variety of duties involving safety, security, emergency management, monitors CCTV cameras, responds to and investigates security incidents, and assists and interacts with patients, visitors, vendors, and staff as needed. This job description does not state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed. Security Officers may be required to perform other tasks or duties as requested by the Security Manager or Director.

Schedule

12-hour shifts, must work a minimum of two shifts per pay period, one weekend shift and one overnight shift per 4-week schedule, and two holidays per calendar year.

Responsibilities

• Provides security for the hospital’s patients, visitors, and staff and safeguards the property by immediately responding to all requests and emergency codes.
• Maintains alertness for unusual, abnormal conditions or suspicious activities. Observes unauthorized persons and notifies supervisor or police appropriately.
• Reports potential fire safety hazards.
• Performs and participates in security, safety, facilities inspections, fire watches, and alarm checks. Participates in related drills and tests.
• Assists in various security situations as required or directed as outlined in the Emergency Management Manual.
• Reports questionable conditions, incidents, and discrepancies to management or other appropriate staff.
• Writes detailed, accurate, and objective Incident Reports and Daily Activity Reports. Conducts follow-up investigations as needed.
• Observes and maintains radio communication with the Switchboard at all times.
• Must be able to use computers, fax machines, and telephones.
• Assists visitors, patients, and others as needed.
• Provides testimony in state and federal courts if required.
• Assists with patient observations (watches and holds) upon request.
• Possesses the flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and off-shifts as required by department staffing needs.
• Interacts with law enforcement officers and assists as needed.
• Will be required to physically manage an aggressive person and may be required to assist a law enforcement officer while restraining or subduing any person.
• Will be required to drive a motor vehicle and adhere to the Driver/Fleet Safety Policy.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, free from restrictions and insurable by hospital insurance company.
• A Department of Motor Vehicle Driving History Release must be submitted prior to employment and annually, and must remain in compliance with Frisbie's Driver/Fleet Safety Policy.
• Must become CPI, Handcuffing, and CPR certified within three months of hire and maintain all certifications.
• 6 months previous experience in hospital or campus security, law enforcement, corrections, or military is required.

Benefits

Frisbie Memorial Hospital offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career, and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include some or all of the following:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and position.