Security Department, Security Officer, Variable Part-Time Days

Orlando Health • Clermont, FL

77d

About The Position

Orlando Health South Lake Hospital is a comprehensive medical and surgical acute care facility serving the residents of Lake County as a trusted member of the community for over 75 years. Conveniently located in Clermont, the hospital’s dedicated team of physicians, nurses, clinicians and medical professionals is committed to delivering expert and compassionate care. Our efforts have earned us recognition as a national leader. The Security Officer provides security services to ensure order and safety of patients, visitors and hospital personnel.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word for report writing purposes.
• Must have a valid Florida driver's license and be insurable under the Orlando Health insurance carrier's requirements and standards.
• Must obtain a State of Florida Class 'D' Security Officer License within 120 days of hire.
• Must obtain Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Certification within 120 days of hire.
• Must obtain a Basic Security Officer Certification or higher level of certification through the International Association of Hospital Security and Safety within 120 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Escorts for visitors, employees, and students upon request.
• Patrols all areas of the hospital internally and externally on foot, bicycle, and/or vehicle 24 hours a day in all weather conditions.
• Provides key assists to all areas of the hospital, including sensitive areas to authorized personnel.
• Detects suspicious activities within the campus and handles the situations appropriately.
• Reports criminal activity to supervisor and law enforcement, as appropriate.
• Investigates accident scenes, searches for and preserves evidence; investigates and interviews witnesses; makes oral and written reports.
• Responds to varying situations with tact and diplomacy and deals with stressful, hostile or irrational person(s).
• Assists medical staff with the enforcement of Baker Act and Marchman Act patients with the use of approved medical restraints as requested by physicians.
• Works with law enforcement/correction officers dealing with patient/prisoner intake and status during the duration of their stay in the hospital.
• Reports all safety and security violations throughout the campus.
• Responds to all inbound and outbound helicopter flights by ensuring the safety of the helipad and assist flight crew in handling and transporting of patient(s) as needed.
• Uses and understands the operation of walk-through and hand held metal detectors.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
• Responds to threats or acts of violence towards patients, staff, and/or visitors; hostage situations; adult/child abductions.
• Documents through an Event Report and photograph slip/trip and fall events for liability mitigation.
• Enforces injunctions established by the state of Florida.
• Responds to disturbance calls such as domestic disputes, disorderly conduct, fights in progress.
• Assists department managers by escorting terminated employees.
• Officers may be required to testify or be subpoenaed by any court proceedings.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Evening, nights, and weekend shift differentials offered for qualifying positions.
• All Inclusive Benefits (start day one)
• Student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, FREE college education programs, retirement savings, paid paternity leave, fertility benefits, back up elder and childcare, pet insurance, PTO/Holidays, and more for full time and part time employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees