Security Guard Full Time Weekends

Kindred Healthcare•Seattle, WA

2h•Onsite

About The Position

Kindred Hospital Seattle – First Hill is an 80-bed long-term acute care hospital offering the same in depth care you would receive in a traditional hospital, but for an extended recovery period. We partner with your physician and offer 24-hour clinical care seven days a week so you can start your journey to wellness. We are located in the heart of downtown Seattle, surrounded by a number of shops and restaurants within walking distance. The Security Guard protects life and property of persons on hospital premises. Patrols hospital building(s) and grounds to prevent fire, theft, vandalism and other types of losses.

Requirements

Ability to speak, read, write and follow written and oral instructions in English.
Must read, write and speak fluent English.
Must have good and regular attendance.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or Equivalent, including education equivalent to completion of secondary school or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role.

Responsibilities

Patrols buildings and grounds of hospital to prevent loss through fire, theft, vandalism and other means.
Patrols buildings and grounds, inspects doors, windows and locks to determine serviceability.
Reports all safety and fire hazards observed on routine patrols and inspections.
Investigates incidents of unusual circumstances reported by hospital staff, visitors, physicians, or patients. Writes incident reports and documents investigation steps and results.
Assist with traffic control by keeping fire lanes, fire hydrants, and ambulance entrances free of unauthorized vehicles. Issues parking tickets to vehicle operators who have violated parking regulations.
Ensure that only authorized personnel are admitted to the hospital premises.
Escorts visitors, patients and employees to and from parking areas as requested.
Assists patients and visitors entering or leaving the hospital.
Maintains current information in lost and found logs. Notifies individuals when items reported as missing are located.
Issues hospital keys to authorized hospital personnel as needed.
Serves as a member of the Fire Brigade Team and responds to “Code Red” alerts.
Inspects out-going parcels as necessary to prevent theft of hospital property.
Inspects fire fighting equipment, pager units, bio-air packs and other security equipment. Promptly reports any malfunctions.
Maintains accurate log of all activity on tour of duty.
Assists motorists who become stranded on hospital property.
Responds to emergency calls for assistance to control disorderly or combative patients.
Responds to all “Code” situations.