Security Officer - Twin Lakes Medical Center

Owensboro Health•Leitchfield, KY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Security Officer provides security services to promote a safe and secure environment for patients, staff, physicians, and assets at Owensboro Health Twin Lakes Medical Center. The role monitors and responds to security threats, investigates incidents and hazards, supports emergency preparedness, assists staff and visitors, manages facility access and surveillance systems, and helps manage violent behavior using crisis management training. The position works under direct supervision and requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the ability to take appropriate action in a stressful environment. The position is full time at 0.9 FTE, or 72 hours per pay period, in the Safety & Security department. A valid driver's license and age 21 or older are required upon hire. AVADE Workplace Violence Prevention Level III Provider certification is required within 90 days of employment. An IAHSS Basic/Advanced Training Certificate is preferred. A high school diploma, GED, or higher is required upon hire; a combination of education, training, and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or higher required upon hire; a combination of education, training, and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Valid driver's license and minimum age of 21 required upon hire.
AVADE Workplace Violence Prevention Level III Provider certification required within 90 days of employment.
No work experience required.
Critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Ability to work under direct supervision.

Nice To Haves

IAHSS Basic/Advanced Training Certificate, including completion of the Basic/Advanced Certification Exam from the International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety.

Responsibilities

Proactively monitor for and respond promptly to potential or actual security threats.
Investigate and manage security incidents and hazards on the premises and other organizational properties.
Maintain knowledge of and follow policies and procedures for alarms and emergency and disaster preparedness plans.
Facilitate planned drills and simulations.
Provide information and assistance to staff and visitors to promote safety on the premises.
Manage facility access and security surveillance systems.
Manage violent behavior by patients and visitors using crisis management training.
Monitor critical systems, including fire alarms, generators, elevators, and emergency call boxes.
Perform threat and hazard assessments through foot and vehicle patrols.
Act as a liaison with local law enforcement.
Support Owensboro Health’s mission, vision, core commitments, and business interests, and adhere to organizational policies and procedures.