Security Guard - Days

Security Officer

Provides security for patients, employees, and visitors; protects hospital buildings, assets, and premises as assigned.

Basic Functions Of Position :

1. Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, and safety standards.

2. Patrols hospital buildings and premises to prevent fire, theft, vandalism, and intruders.

3. Monitors conduct of visitors on hospital premises; confronts unauthorized persons for questioning as needed.

4. Transports cashier to bank daily.

5. Reports safety and / or fire hazards or security violations.

6. Responds to inquiries for advice or assistance from hospital personnel, students, and visitors.

7. Escorts personnel to parking lot and hospital buildings.

8. Participates in investigations; maintains records and prepares instant reports and other documents pertinent to security activities.

9. Responds to all job related emergencies.

10. Patrols the external areas of hospital complex at regular intervals and reports any discrepancies in hospital property.

11. Patrols parking and traffic flows; enforces parking regulations.

12. Assist with care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies.

13. Maintains department records, reports, and files as required.

14. Enhances growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, inservice meetings, and workshops.

15. Attends meetings as required.

16. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications :

1. Graduation from High School, Vocational School or equivalent preferred.

2. Valid driver's license.

3. Ability to handle stressful situations in a professional manner. Would be willing to complete sensitivity training program in crowd control.

4. Previous work experience demonstrating ability to make independent decisions. Must exhibit a great amount of self-control and good judgment.

5. Security Experience preferred.

Special :

Patient Contact : Minimal.

Physical :

Standing : Majority of shift spent standing.

Walking : Ability to do considerable amount of walking in patrolling premises.

Lifting : Must be physically capable of lifting. Minimum of 40 pound fire extinguishers.

Visual : 20 / 20 or correctable necessary in the performance of the job.

Hearing & Speaking : Must have the ability to communicate with employees and visitors in the event of any emergency.