Healthcare Security Officer - Los Angeles

Blackstone Consulting, Inc.•Pasadena, CA

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Blackstone Consulting, Inc. seeks a dedicated Healthcare Security Officer to support security and care delivery at a healthcare facility in Los Angeles. The role is full-time, pays $25.00 per hour, and is scheduled Friday through Tuesday, 1600–0000. Officers work in a fast-paced, collaborative hospital environment, serving patients, staff, and visitors. The work can require staying active and responding calmly to rapidly changing conditions. The officer is expected to provide professional, responsive service; identify and report risks; communicate effectively across stakeholder groups; and demonstrate leadership. Duties include monitoring and patrolling the facility, screening people entering the site, responding to emergencies, de-escalating individuals, inspecting security and fire-safety equipment, and preparing accurate records and reports. The position also requires completing client screening, healthcare competency assessment, and training on defusing assaultive behavior, as well as following onsite mask and distancing guidelines and being willing to ride a bicycle.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old.
Have a high school diploma or GED.
Have a reliable, functional means of communication, such as a cell phone.
Have the legal right to work in the United States.
Possess a valid government-issued driver’s license.
Hold an active state-issued guard card.
Have Power to Arrest qualification.
Have Weapons of Mass Destruction qualification.
Successfully pass the client’s drug test, health screen, and criminal background check.
Be able to properly wear an N95 mask and follow onsite social-distancing guidelines.
Complete healthcare competency assessment and training on defusing assaultive behavior.
Be willing to ride a bicycle.

Responsibilities

Observe and remain vigilant for signs of crime, disorder, hazards, and unusual activity.
Patrol on foot, bicycle, or in a vehicle to check for unsafe conditions, blocked entryways, security violations, mechanical problems, and unauthorized individuals.
Verbally and physically de-escalate individuals as needed.
Inspect security devices and fire-control equipment.
Screen members, visitors, and client employees to expedite facility admission.
Respond calmly and urgently to fires, medical emergencies, bomb threats, flooding, water discharge, elevator emergencies, hazardous materials, and inclement weather.
Prepare logs and investigative reports with accurate, clear information for fellow officers and supervisors.
Read and interpret police reports, local and state law, and procedure manuals.
Accurately enter information and maintain the Lost and Found department log according to departmental restrictions.
Ensure property removal complies with policy requirements and client standards.
Complete the client’s pre-employment screening process, including drug testing, health screening, and criminal background check.
Wear an N95 mask properly and adhere to onsite social-distancing guidelines.
Complete healthcare competency assessment and training on defusing assaultive behavior.
Ride a bicycle when required.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Retirement benefits and 401(k) savings plan
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program, paid 100% by BCI
Voluntary life and AD&D insurance
Supplemental accident and critical illness insurance
Pet insurance
Annual raises, with wage increases every January
Paid time off
Recognition programs
Training and career development
Women in Healthcare Security Network resources, including scholarships and mentorship