Security Officer
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Overview
Job Description
Pay Range:$25.00 - $33.71
To provide a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors and staff at the hospital and other assigned facilities.
SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.
Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it's a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more.
Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job
Patrol facility/grounds and assist visitors with directions and act as the first responder to emergencies and disturbances.
Interact with law enforcement, patients, visitors and staff about security or safety issues.
Properly document daily activities and incident reports, using computer software programs.
Monitor and operate access control systems, security camera systems, intercoms, two-way radios, telephones, and alarm systems.
(Sitka Only) Provide for afterhours phone coverage for MEMC and support for the consortium.
Conduct investigation of incidents; respirator fit testing; hazard surveillance surveys; participation in emergency drills; and public assistance requests.
Provide shift supervision and direction for security officers on duty.
Service as a certified IAHSS instructor for SEARHC operations for 36 hours over a recurring two-year period.
Additional Details:
Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required
Minimum - High School Diploma or equivalent.
Valid Alaska driver's license.
The following must be completed after hire:
IAHSS Basic certification within 6 months of hire
Successful completion of Basic Life Support (BLS) within 3 months of hire.
Experience Required
3 years of relevant security-related experience (example: loss prevention, property protection, crisis intervention, first responder).
Experience in healthcare security, corporate security, military service, or law enforcement.
Experience in operating camera systems and electronic access control systems.
Experience leading a team in daily activities.
Knowledge of
Knowledge of security policies and procedures.
Knowledge of responsibilities in responding to emergencies.
Basic knowledge of healthcare accreditation and regulatory requirements.
Skills in
Skill in conducting security related investigations, corrective action development, and follow-through.
Management of aggressive patients/visitors/staff.
Good judgment in handling risk situations.
Maintaining confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
Ability to
Ability to relate well with patients, visitors, and staff.
Physical ability to walk rounds, handle violent people.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, and other State and Federal agency contacts.
Position Information:
Work Shift:OT 10/40
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