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 organizational assets at Owensboro Health Twin Lakes Medical Center. The role is full time at 0.9 FTE (72 hours per pay period), works day hours with rotating weekends, and may require weekend work as needed. The position works under direct supervision and requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the ability to take appropriate action in a stressful environment. A high school diploma or GED is required upon hire. No prior work experience is required. 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. Completion of the IAHSS Basic/Advanced Certification Exam is preferred. A combination of education, training, and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. The position is subject to the physical demands described in the posting, including frequent standing, walking, lifting and carrying lighter loads, pushing/pulling, bending, reaching, talking, hearing, repetitive hand/arm movements, and keyboard data entry. Some heavier lifting and carrying, running, climbing, kneeling, and crouching/crawling may be required occasionally or rarely. The stated hazardous drug risk level is low.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

IAHSS Basic/Advanced Training Certificate, earned by completing 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 regarding alarms and emergency and disaster preparedness plans.
Facilitate planned drills and simulations.
Provide information and assistance to staff and visitors to promote their 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.
Conduct 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; follow organizational policies and procedures and act consistently with a culture of compliance, safety, and high reliability.