Security Officer II

BHS•Georgetown, KY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Security Department ensures a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Our team monitors access points, patrols hospital grounds, and responds to emergencies while supporting policies. Working with local law enforcement and hospital leadership, we provide safety, protection, and assistance with professionalism, compassion, and respect. This role requires the ability to perform essential duties with limited supervision and may involve dealing with patients and customers in all age categories from infant to geriatric. Non-violent crisis intervention may be used when needed to deal with visitors, patients, families, and employees.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent GED
Valid driver’s license (no violations for 2 years)
Ability to achieve Basic Life Support, BLS certification within 30 days of hire
Must obtain Taser/CEW, De-Escalation, Handcuffing, Defensive tactics within 6 months
Certified Healthcare Security officer (CHSO) with International Association of Healthcare Security and Safety certification within one year of employment.

Responsibilities

Secures premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points; permitting entry.
Prevents losses and damage by reporting irregularities; informing violators of policy and procedures; restraining trespassers.
Keeps Security supervisor informed of all issues, and potential problems.
Assists Supervisor with special and assigned projects such as locks and keys, security assessments, product reviews, etc.