Security Officer

Job Summary Under general direction, perform a wide range of Safety and Security duties providing a safe and secure environment. Provide minimal maintenance assistance. Exhibits the values of F.I.R.S.T. (Friendliness, Innovation, Respect, Service, and Trust).  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Security Officers must be able to respond to security concerns at all EMH premises requiring the operation of an EMH vehicle.
2. Investigate incidents as they occur. Complete required forms and log.
3. Provide escort services for Associates to Medical Center parking lots and parking garage.
4. Promotes the EMH philosophy (AIDET) to ensure quality care.
5. Covers the functions of minor maintenance during the hours when Maintenance Associates are not scheduled.
6. Considers the age of the patient served, applies knowledge of growth and development and age specific techniques through the life span (pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatric patients) in planning and implementing security processes.
7. Keeps continuing education and training current on security methods and technology use.
8. Able to locate policies on Compliance 360 as well as thorough understanding of policies and codes regarding Security and system operations.
9. Demonstrates commitment to professional accountability and growth to maintain and expand knowledge and skills (i.e. NVCPI, Taser, metal detector use).
10. Contributes to the achievement of the mission and philosophy of the Organization.
11. Contributes to the effective operations of the Organization by demonstrating dependability in job performance and attendance.
12. Demonstrates a commitment to incorporating the core concepts of patient family centered care into practice (dignity, respect, information sharing, and participation). 
13. Demonstrates a commitment to the development and implementation of shared governance across the Organization.
14. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Working Conditions, Hazards and Physical Effort The task of this job does not involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues, but employment may require performing supplemental tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. Works primarily a 12 hour evening shift, but may on occasion be required to work extended hours or extra shifts. Normal stress involved, heavy stress may be involved on occasion. Subject to burns, cuts, strains, abrasions, electric shock, exposure to minimal danger in restraining persons who may pose a threat to employees, patients or guests. Must be able to move or position 25 lbs. independently. Must be able to pass color blindness test.   Contacts with Others Will have contact with other Associates, guests and patients on a routine basis.   EQUIPMENT USED/SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED: Must know how to operate hand tools and perform some maintenance for emergency situations. Qualifications

Two (2) years experience in Security or Law Enforcement preferred.