Security Officer | University Hospital | PRN | Night Shift

About the role

We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. 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, i.e., van, shuttle.
• 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.

Education

• Required – High School Diploma or Equivalent

Work Experience

• Preferred – Security or law enforcement: 1–3 years

Licenses and Certifications

• Required – Class D Driver License (Tennessee)
• Required – Security Guard – Unarmed (Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of security and criminal investigation methods and operations commensurate with education/experience.
• 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, as would be acquired through completion of high school.
• 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 relationship 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.
• The physical requirements of this position are: heavy work – exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently.
• The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
• The Associate may be required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned or to make general observations of facilities or structures.
• Periodically to frequently use physical force to resolve an emergency situation.
• Ability to successfully participate and complete departmental specific required training that includes physical, hands on training and competencies.