Hospital Security Officer PRN

JOB DESCRIPTION

Employment Type : Part time

Shift : Description :

Position Purpose :

Patrols Waterloo Medical Center campus and grounds to prevent fire, theft, vandalism and illegal entry. Periodically tours buildings and grounds, checks doors, windows and gates. Confronts unauthorized persons for questioning, routes or details them or calls the police. Monitoring of improper parking. Escorts personnel as requested. Adheres to MercyOne's performance expectations and performs all defined services and other related duties in accordance with the mission, vision and values of MercyOne.

What you will Do :

Makes rounds / patrols premises. Responds to and resolves problems. Provides documentation. Coordinates efforts to maintain / improve safety. Adheres to all safety, infection control and colleague health policies and procedures. Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior.

Hours / Schedule :

As needed, as available

Shift and hours may vary

Minimum Qualifications :

High School or Equivalent (GED) Prior experience preferred. Valid IA driver’s license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR). Mandatory Reporter. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training (NVCI) within 6 months of hire. Demonstrates general working knowledge of computers and department specific software. Maintains confidentiality of information pertaining to clients, physicians, colleagues, and MercyOne business. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Maintains a safe working environment and practices safe working habits. Intermediate language, basic math, intermediate reasoning ability. Ability to remain calm and professional under adverse situations, while supporting a service-oriented atmosphere. No serious or aggravated misdemeanor or felony convictions. Must submit to background investigation.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Driving hazards, exposure to hazardous conditions (weather, traffic, noise, and vehicle mechanical failure). Travel may include hazardous road conditions. Work may result in exposure to communicable or infectious disease. Exposed to the possibility of injury from irrational or confused patients and visitors. While assisting with patients, could lift up to 100 lbs. infrequently. Must possess the ability to comply with Trinity Health policies and procedures.

Position Highlights and Benefits

We care about your well-being, both physical and mental, which is why our benefit package includes :

Wellness programs

Education reimbursement

Long- and short-term leave

Retirement planning

Life insurance coverage

Ministry / Facility Information :

MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides expert health care to eight counties. MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides excellent, personalized care close to home to the communities in the Cedar Valley. With 491 licensed beds between the three medical centers, each providing 24-hour emergency lifesaving care, MercyOne is there for you in critical moments :

• an Area Level III Trauma Center and an accredited chest pain center
• Community Level IV Trauma Designation
• Community Level IV Trauma Designation

With more than 2,500 colleagues, MercyOne is one of the largest employers in Northeast Iowa.

MercyOne Medical Group – Northeast Iowa is made up of more than 30 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics located throughout Black Hawk, Bremer, Buchanan, Benton, Butler, Fayette and Tama counties.