Security Officer-Per Diem

EvergreenHealth • Kirkland, WA

110d • $25 - $38

About The Position

The Security Officer position is very kinetic, affording officers the opportunity to be physically active in both indoor and outdoor activities. Security Officers new to Healthcare Security will learn transferable skills in communication, team coordination and safety, making it an excellent choice for those considering careers in Law Enforcement, Corrections or Healthcare Security Management. The position covers multiple EvergreenHealth Locations (Kirkland - Monroe - Redmond).

Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent
• 1-year security or related training/experience
• Current Washington State Driver's license

Nice To Haves

• 1 year experience in Hospital Security, Police, Military Police, Correctional Officer or related field

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of duties involving safety, security, emergency management, and related activities.
• Patrols buildings and grounds, monitors parking and traffic, responds to and investigates security incidents, and assists and interacts with patients, visitors and staff as appropriate.
• Provides security for the hospital’s patients, visitors, staff and employees, enforces rules against both employees and non-employees, protects hospital property and responds to requests for service and emergency codes.
• Conducts preventative security and safety patrols throughout buildings and grounds.
• Locks and unlocks doors following established procedures.
• Maintains alertness for unusual or abnormal conditions or suspicious activities.
• Observes unauthorized persons and notifies supervisor or police appropriately.
• Directs vehicular traffic as necessary, keeps emergency vehicle lanes clear at all times, enforces parking for patients, staff and visitors according to EvergreenHealth parking policies.
• Performs and participates in security, safety, and facilities inspections and incident investigations.
• Documents all questionable conditions, incidents and discrepancies and reports to management or the appropriate department for follow-up.
• Required to stay familiar and up to date with department communications, policies, procedures, guidelines, regulations and directives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Washington Paid Sick Leave (WPSL)
• Participation in 457(b) retirement plan
• Free parking
• Cafeteria & Gift Shop Discount

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees