Security Officer, Full-Time Nights

Orlando Health•Clermont, FL

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The Security Officer provides security services to ensure the order and safety of patients, visitors, and hospital personnel at Orlando Health South Lake Hospital in Clermont, Florida. The position is full-time on the night schedule and includes patrols throughout the hospital campus, responding to incidents and safety concerns, assisting staff and visitors, and supporting hospital security procedures.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word for report writing.
Valid Florida driver's license and insurability under Orlando Health insurance carrier requirements and standards; officers unable to maintain this requirement after at least 90 days must sign a No Driving Document until driving approval is restored.
Obtain a State of Florida Class D Security Officer License through the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services within 120 days of hire and renew it biannually before expiration.
Obtain Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Certification within 120 days of hire and renew it annually before expiration.
Obtain Basic Security Officer Certification or a higher certification through the International Association of Hospital Security and Safety within 120 days of hire and maintain it throughout employment.

Responsibilities

Escort visitors, employees, and students upon request.
Patrol hospital areas internally and externally on foot, bicycle, and/or vehicle in all weather conditions, subject to vehicle-patrol licensing and insurance standards.
Provide key assists to authorized personnel, including in sensitive areas.
Detect suspicious activity on campus and respond appropriately.
Report criminal activity to a supervisor and law enforcement, as appropriate.
Investigate accident scenes; search for and preserve evidence; interview witnesses; prepare oral and written reports; respond tactfully to stressful situations; and recommend legal action if needed.
Assist medical staff with enforcement of the Baker Act and Marchman Act for patients using approved medical restraints when requested by physicians under Florida statutes.
Work with law enforcement and correction officers regarding patient or prisoner intake and status during hospital stays, and assist the Patient Care Coordinator with securing the status of non-publicity or high-risk patients.
Report safety and security violations throughout the campus.
Respond to inbound and outbound helicopter flights, ensure helipad safety, and assist flight crews with handling and transporting patients as needed.
Use and understand walk-through and handheld metal detectors.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance and comply with Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Respond to threats and acts of violence, hostage situations, adult or child abductions, patient elopements, person-down incidents, emergency intake, fire alarms, severe weather, access-control matters, hospital-system failures, bomb threats or suspicious packages, and hazardous-material or chemical spills.
Document slip, trip, and fall events through an Event Report and photograph slip for liability mitigation.
Enforce injunctions established by the State of Florida.
Respond to disturbances, including domestic disputes, disorderly conduct, and fights in progress.
Escort terminated employees at the request of department managers.
Testify or respond to subpoenas in court proceedings when required.