Security Officer I

Geisinger • Lewistown, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Security Officer I maintains safety and security for an assigned area at Geisinger Lewistown Hospital. The role helps protect patients, visitors, employees, facilities, and grounds through routine foot and vehicle patrols, enforcement of hospital rules, assistance with safety concerns, and response to emergencies. The officer routinely handles conflict, confrontation, and stressful situations and must be physically able to perform the essential services of the position. The role also includes providing care-related assistance appropriate to the patient age range served in the assigned area.

The officer responds to fire alarms and hazardous-material incidents; supports site emergency management plans; and participates in fire and safety programs. Duties also include traffic direction, escorts and deliveries, access control, incident investigation and reporting, prisoner escorts, assisting patients and visitors, and supporting Life Flight operations. At GLH, the officer must obtain or maintain the required Emergency Vehicle Operator’s Certification and drive an ambulance between the hospital and helipad as necessary. This does not involve direct patient care, except assisting with lifting or moving a patient as necessary.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of one year of related work experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to meet the qualifications to provide care for patients in the age range served in the assigned area.
• Physical ability to perform the essential services of the position.
• For employees at GLH: successfully complete or hold current Emergency Vehicle Operator’s Certification (EMSVO) approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Health within 90 days of hire and maintain certification while employed as a Security Officer.
• Communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• One year of related experience is listed as preferred in the position details; Security, Military, or Police experience is specifically preferred.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas on foot or by vehicle; enforce hospital rules of conduct; identify and report or resolve unauthorized access, unusual conditions, and mechanical malfunctions; and complete detailed shift reports.
• Direct firefighting activities, inspect buildings for fire and safety hazards, enforce relevant rules, participate in drills and employee programs, and cooperate with local fire departments.
• Direct traffic on hospital property, enforce traffic and parking regulations, and assist with vehicle problems according to policy and training.
• Provide routine escorts and emergent delivery services to campus facilities.
• Orient new employees and students to fire, safety, and security policies, and train them in firefighting techniques and equipment use.
• Lock designated doors after regular business hours and unlock them at the start of business hours.
• Operate security technology, including computers, CCTV, fire alarm, access control and security alarm systems, and radios.
• Respond to emergencies and hazardous-material incidents in accordance with training, policy, and equipment capabilities; support site emergency management plans.
• Train for Hospital Emergency Incident Command System roles and perform setup duties for the Emergency Operations Center.
• Investigate employee, visitor, and patient complaints; cooperate with local police and authorities; and complete detailed reports on incidents, thefts, and losses.
• Respond to requests involving patients in assigned locations, help locate patients, and assist Life Flight with unloading patients and equipment as necessary.
• Coordinate and perform prisoner escorts in accordance with protocol.
• Direct patients and visitors around the Medical Center; provide information and appropriate assistance to people with disabilities, wheelchair users, and elderly people; and ensure an adequate supply of wheelchairs at the hospital entrance.
• At GLH, obtain or maintain the required EMSVO certification, drive the ambulance between the hospital and helipad to transport flight crews and patients as necessary, and ensure the vehicle is ready for use by keeping it fueled and reporting operational issues.
• Comply with organization policies and procedures and satisfy job-specific obligations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning on day one, with three medical plan choices.
• Pre-tax healthcare and dependent-care flexible spending accounts and a health savings account.
• Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions.
• Paid time off that accrues quickly.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per calendar year.
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program with a financial incentive.
• Adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, and military leave pay.
• Free Care.com membership with discounted backup care.
• Employee Assistance Program offering referrals and support for childcare, eldercare, and pet care; legal guidance; mental health visits; work-life support; and digital self-help tools.
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, universal life, pet, and legal insurance.
• Up to $2 shift differentials for evening, night, and weekend shifts.

What This Job Offers

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