PeaceHealth is seeking a Security Officer - Facilities for a Per Diem Relief 0.00 FTE Variable position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is 24.01 - 36.01. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors including but not limited to education training work experience terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement seniority etc.
Job Summary
The Security Officer is responsible for providing safety and security services which requires regular interactions with patients visitors caregivers and clinicians in highly diverse and complex situations. Interacts with local law enforcement to provide information clarification of events and coordinate emergency protocols. Performs internal and external security patrol of assigned hospitals andor clinics dispatch and access control as assigned.
Essential Functions
• Provides safety and security services which includes patrolling grounds parking lots buildings securing entryways and exits etc. to effectively address potential conduct issues violations of policy check for property damage inspect safety issues inspect certain safety features such as fire extinguishers or water valves respond to all codes address trespassing concerns provides assistance with out of control patients and utilizes electronic checkpoints.
• Provides stand-by service or escort services for protection of caregivers or patients as needed.
• Provides courtesy services such as providing directions locksmith functions jump-starts changing flat tires reporting vehicles with lights on and assisting families in times of crisis.
• Provides non-violent physical crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to neutralize extreme situations and mitigate negative outcomes.
• Provides crowd control during events resulting in an influx of patients andor visitors.
• Coordinates information clarification of events and emergency protocols which may require collaboration with external safety and law enforcement agencies.
• Responds to all emergency situations and applies appropriate protocols for the Code Disaster command center ETO Exposure Fire Flood Hazardous spills and all code situations.
• May assist flight crew and ground crew with Life FlightAirlift NW transports and securing landing the pad.
• Ensures adherence to protocols completing filing and maintaining correct documentation filing reports monitoring visitor permits and assists with maintaining building access control by utilizing the computerized badgedoor system.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
• High School Diploma Preferred or equivalent
Experience
• Minimum of 2 years Required • Military or civilian security or law enforcement experience and Preferred • Healthcare facility security experience and Required • Complete CPIDe-escalation training within 180 days of employment • Credentials • IAHSS - Basic and Required within 180 days • Drivers License and Required • Upon Hire Basic Life Support and Required • Upon Hire Fingerprinting - State of Alaska for positions in Alaska
Skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Required • Ability to formulate a plan of action carry it out with control and apply crisis intervention and de-escalation skills. Required • Ability to perform data entry as necessary. Required • Good physical condition to walk run and lift as needed. Required • Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows Outlook Teams Word and Excel. Required • Acceptable driving record in accordance with the PeaceHealth Motor Vehicle Safety Policy. Required • Department Location Specific Notes • If assigned location requires the use of tasers successfully pass Taser Training Program. After successful completion of Taser Training Program officers will be required to carry the taser while on duty. System Support Services - Public Safety Security • BLS not required.
Working Conditions
• Lifting • Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures. • Child Care Attendant Ability to move around area with occasional sitting. • Liftcarrying Occasional up to 25 lbs. • Pushpull Occasional up to 50 lbs. force. • Frequent bending kneeling squatting stooping reaching grasping. • Occasional pushpull up to 50 lbs. force. • Occasional reaching bending stooping squatting crouching kneeling grasping. • Security Ability to move around area with occasional sitting. • Continuous moving around area. • Liftingcarrying Frequent up to 10 lbs. • Occasional up to 50 lbs.
Environmental Conditions
• Exposure to biohazard body fluids and airborne particles. • Child Care Attendant Exposure to biohazard body fluids and airborne particles. • Exposure to outside temperatures seasonal. • Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals. • Security Time spent on site in medicalhospital setting.
MentalVisual
• Vision and hearing required within normal limits glasses contacts hearing aids permitted. • Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.
Benefits
PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions wellness benefits discount program and expanded EAP and mental health program. See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.
Application Instructions
For full consideration of your skills and abilities please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action EmployerVetsDisabled in accordance with applicable local state or federal laws.