About the position
Northwest Specialty Hospital is seeking a detail-oriented Security Guard to join the team! This per-diem position will likely be 1-shift per week! In this role, you will be responsible for protecting staff, patients, and visitors and ensuring that all hospital property is secure. Duties will include patrolling the building and its grounds, monitor badging, monitor all activity in and out of the hospital, responding to code calls, and endeavor to prevent vandalism, theft, fire, and disturbances within the facility. This position must be on the lookout for all sorts of issues at the hospital, including maintenance issues, which may compromise people's safety or the integrity of the building. This position will also assist leadership with incident command, emergency management planning, and safety training and planning. Must be able to work under pressure and in situations that demand patience, tact, stamina, and endurance. This position will also work closely with other departments as needed, to ensure the security of the facility, staff, and patients. The Security Guard will need to project a professional demeanor and appearance while maintaining the confidentiality of the Hospital, patient, and employees as appropriate. Other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
- Protect staff, patients, and visitors and ensure that all hospital property is secure.
- Patrol the building and its grounds.
- Monitor badging and all activity in and out of the hospital.
- Respond to code calls.
- Prevent vandalism, theft, fire, and disturbances within the facility.
- Assist leadership with incident command, emergency management planning, and safety training and planning.
- Work closely with other departments to ensure security.
- Project a professional demeanor and appearance.
- Maintain confidentiality of the Hospital, patient, and employees.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to relate and work effectively with others.
- Demonstrated skills in verbal and written English communications.
- Must have a valid driver's license and good driving record.
- FEMA Training to be completed within 3 months of hire.
- Successful completion of Hospital Security Officers Basic Training Program within 6 months of hire.
- MOAB Certification within 12 months of hire.
Nice-to-haves
- Previous security experience preferred.
- Healthcare or hospital security experience is a plus.
Benefits
- Company-sponsored events such as sporting events, BBQs and holiday parties.
- Comprehensive health care coverage with options for Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Growth opportunities, ongoing education, training, leadership courses.
- A generous 401K retirement plan.
- A variety of discounts throughout the hospital and community.
- Wellness benefits offered to staff such as weight loss challenge, access to a dietitian, and discount gym memberships.
- Culture that promotes and supports work/life balance.
