Security Guard (PRN)

Security Officer

The Security Officer is responsible for the protection, safeguarding and security of assets, caregivers, patients and visitors. S / he performs security patrols; protects property from theft, fire, vandalism, and accidents; and aids patients, caregivers and visitors.

Essential Functions :

• Completes patrols of the hospital buildings and grounds including off-site clinics, monitors all activity in and out of the hospital, and endeavors to prevent vandalism, theft, fire, and disturbances within the facility.
• Checks cars and verifies if vehicles are parked in restricted areas such as fire zones, turnarounds, ambulance entrances, or reserved parking spaces.
• Checks exterior lighting and egress routes to emergency and fire entrances.
• Escorts staff to and from parking areas or between buildings as requested.
• Interact with hospital staff of all departments with special emphasis on the Emergency Department.
• Responds to overhead pages (i.e. Code Red, Code Blue, Dr Rush, Operation Teamwork, Code Pink, Panic Button, etc.)
• Responds to security requests timely based on severity / priority.
• Responds to fires, natural disasters, or other hazardous events. Is an integral part of the Emergency Management team.
• Contacts and assists law enforcement when necessary.
• Locks and unlocks doors and areas at prescribed times.
• Coordinates with House Supervisor when hospital is in "lock down."
• Remains highly visible.
• Writes reports of unusual activity.
• Demonstrates good customer service skills when interacting with hospital / clinic staff, patients, visitors, volunteers, students, and Providers.
• Protects and maintains confidentiality of hospital and patient information.
• Communicates effectively with others; passes down pertinent information to oncoming shift.
• Maintains the Security Log
• Additional Duties as assigned.

Requirements :

Education & Training Requirements :

Note : Job description available upon request

All required documents must be presented at time of hire. External Applicant : Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol testing. GRMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer