Security Guard

Ivinson Memorial Hospital • Laramie, WY

74d • Onsite

About The Position

At Ivinson Memorial Hospital we are committed to excellence, trust, healing, and integrity. We pride ourselves in providing compassionate, world-class care to our community. Ivinson aims to improve the care provided for our patients and create a work-life balance for our employees by creating a culture of transparency, teamwork, accountability, and trust. This position trains for approximately six (6) weeks. At Ivinson Memorial Hospital, we are more than just a workplace – we are a community where your growth and well-being matter. Join us in making a difference in the lives of the Laramie community and help us provide world-class care.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must have current, valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or must obtain within 60 days of hire and maintain credentials throughout employment with IMH.
• Must certify in a de-escalation program as approved by IMH within 90 days of hire and recertify yearly to maintain certification throughout employment with IMH.
• Must have a current, valid, Wyoming driver’s license and be eligible for IMH liability insurance.
• Working knowledge of security enforcements methods and techniques normally acquired through one year of security experience.
• Excellent customer service skills, including but not limited to: a friendly personality, tact, patience, empathy and a helpful, professional attitude both in person and on the telephone.
• Ability to effectively communicate with staff, managers and the general public verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrate effective listening skills.
• Excellent organization and time management skills and ability to establish priorities effectively.
• Possess exceptional problem solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively without immediate supervision.
• Ability to learn new computer software programs.
• Ability to recognize and protect confidential information.
• Demonstrate ethical and legal accountability for the position.

Responsibilities

• Implements security policies and procedures.
• Coordinates security measures as needed in a calm and professional manner.
• Posts in the Emergency Dept.
• Provide support to the ED medical and nursing staff involving uncooperative, non-compliant and combative medical patients being serviced in the ED.
• Monitors conduct of all hospital visitors and patients.
• Assists the ED Nursing and admitting staff in security protection while registration and medical procedures are performed and when medication administration is required for the psychiatric patient
• Patrols areas and reports unusual or suspicious activities.
• Follows procedures in response to all emergency code and demonstrates calm and controlled behaviors during a crisis situation.
• Checks alarm systems and complete electronic computer status posts in building to document security conditions.
• Conducts proper hospital closing and opening procedures at established times; conducts Mechanical room walk through to ensure no hazardous conditions exist.
• Monitor weather during winter months to determine if staff needs to be called in for snow removal.
• Issues parking tickets/stickers for illegal parking.
• Monitors security cameras.
• Conduct fire drills during shift.
• Complete scheduled preventative maintenance work orders issued.
• Responds to all codes in a timely manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• full medical, dental, and vision insurance
• retirement plans
• paid time off
• tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off: take the time you need to recharge
• Retirement plans, including 403(b) matching
• Employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance
• Yearly work anniversary pay increases
• Education Reimbursement up to $5,000 annually
• Retirement plan participation
• Free certification classes: enhance your skills at no cost to you
• Health and Wellness discounts at local gyms
• Discounts at select mobile networks, local vendors, and Elitch Gardens
• Mental Health: 6 free confidential, in-person counseling sessions offered by Pathways annually
• Financial Counseling: free services through WellCents to help you take control of your financial journey
• Legal assistance and will preparation services
• Student Loan Forgiveness: Ivinson Memorial Hospital is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED