Officer II - Police & Security - Centerville - Resource

Overview

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.

 

Campus Overview

Kettering Health Washington Township

• Kettering Health Washington Township, formerly Southview Medical Center, has served the South Dayton, Ohio suburbs including Centerville, Kettering, West Carrollton, Moraine, Miamisburg, Springboro, Bellbrook, and Waynesville for over 40 years.
• KH Washington Township is a 123 licensed-bed hospital and medical campus that is conveniently located off I-675.  
• Our full-service hospital includes maternity care, emergency services, hand trauma center, and specialty services located within the adjacent medical offices. 
• In 2020, KH Washington Township received an “A” from the Leapfrog Group, a national patient safety watchdog, ranking among the safest hospitals in the United States.
• Received 5 Star Baby-Friendly Hospital status by the Ohio Hospital Association.

Responsibilities & Requirements

Police officers patrol the assigned medical center to protect lives and property, to enforce laws, and to prevent crime. Police officers maintain visibility to establish police presence within the medical centers and other assigned areas/facilities. Officers receive and respond to a variety of complaints; handle emergency calls; interview complainants, suspects and victims; make arrests and restrain suspects as required; intervene and counsels parties to disputes; and assist medical staff when requested.

 

 

Skills:

 

Effective Working Relationships – The Police Department relies heavily on communication throughout all departments within the network, local law-enforcement agencies, and the community.  Police Officers should have a proven ability to establish and foster effective working relationships with a broad number of stakeholders.

 

Team Builder – An individual with a positive, infectious attitude who is willing to inspire and lead those around them.

 

Accountability & Performance Measurement – The ability to hold oneself accountability and strive to achieve optimum performance.

 

Excellent Communication – An individual who can communicate effectively with all levels of staff within the organization and the public – in person and in writing.  Ability to listen to and understand opposing viewpoints and the ability to articulate policy and vision.

 

Technically Skilled, Educated & Experienced – Someone who is educated and experienced in Police functions, investigations, technology and personnel management.

 

COMPETENCIES:

Trustworthy:

• Demonstrates support of policies and procedures established by the organization
• Represents the Network with a positive, professional attitude and professional appearance in all activities and communications
• Personally champions and promotes KHN’s corporate values, mission and culture, and does so with enthusiasm and sincerity
• Is honest and fair in all interactions; honors commitments made to fellow employees and other departments
• Positively champions change through sharing thoughts, feelings and rationale so that others understand personal and organizational positions
• Consistently respects confidentiality of information

Innovative:

• Performs all activities in accordance with and in support of the Network’s mission, vision, values and business objectives
• Participates in strategic planning and public relations
• Enhances professional growth and development through meetings and educational programs
• Challenges paradigms by identifying assumptions in the way problems or situations are defined or presented and sees alternative ways to view or define problems
• Champions continuous improvement which strategically aligns to the overall network goals and strategic plan
• Displays willingness to problem-solve
• Displays willingness to improve job functions

Caring:

• Provides an environment in which employees feel respected and informed
• Works with Hospital and Network Administration to improve facility operations and efficiency in response to information provided by referring physicians