Armed Security Agent - Security - PRN

Williamson Health • Franklin, TN

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About The Position

The security department works to provide a safe and secure environment for employees, patients, and visitors and to protect Williamson Medical Center property. Its duties include security response, non-violent intervention, public relations and awareness, visibility, and traffic control. The department responds to requests for assistance, reports unsafe conditions, and provides services intended to maintain a safe and secure atmosphere at Williamson Medical Center and the properties it serves.

The Armed Security Agent monitors designated patients in the ED Flex pod, conducts internal ED rounds, responds to calls for assistance, reinforces hospital policies, maintains visibility and order, and provides professional guidance to visitors, patients, and hospital personnel. The agent monitors security radios, reports safety and fire hazards, and may make physical arrests when necessary.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current Tennessee law enforcement certification.
• Active, non-probationary Tennessee law enforcement officer certification (P.O.S.T. certified).
• Valid Tennessee driver's license; must be insurable.
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to climb stairs in a timely manner, such as from the basement to the penthouse in 2.5 minutes or less.
• Ability to handle potential violent interventions.

Responsibilities

• Monitor 6404 and 6401 patients in the ED Flex pod.
• Complete hospital internal rounds of the ED in accordance with the policy manual in a timely, thorough, and professional manner.
• Respond to calls for assistance with Youth 6404 and 6401 patients in the CH ED.
• Know the hospital areas and be able to locate key areas.
• Reinforce hospital policies through observation and reporting procedures.
• Maintain high visibility in areas of responsibility to help maintain order.
• Maintain positive working relationships with security guards and nursing staff.
• Observe and report safety or fire hazards in areas of responsibility.
• Make physical arrests when necessary and forward reports to the director in a timely manner.
• Provide visitors, patients, and hospital personnel with directional and informational guidance in a professional and courteous manner.
• Monitor security radios at all times to ensure an appropriate physical response.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED