Security Office Per Diem

Beth Israel Lahey Health•Winchester, MA

23d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Contributes to the Hospital’s mission to care, heal and to excel in service to our community by providing a safe environment for staff, patients, visitors and property. This staff position will have an impact on employee and patient satisfaction by professionally providing security services in collaboration with all hospital departments to enhance the hospital environment and improve the patient experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
At least one year of security experience or one year successful completion toward a degree in Criminal Justice or Certified Healthcare Security Officer.
Current Class D Driver’s License
BLS or Heart Saver certification
Children, Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric population specific requirements
Holiday coverage is required based on regular shift.
May be required to travel expediently to off-site locations.

Nice To Haves

Crisis Prevention Intervention Certificate (Employees must be certified within 1 year of hire date. Employees must receive yearly re-certification).

Responsibilities

Performs one to one and close observation of patients in a safe and professional manner in collaboration with Patient Care Services.
Conducts interior and exterior patrols to inspect the grounds for criminal activity, and health and safety hazards.
Provides one to one patient observation for at risk patients throughout the organization to keep the patient and others safe.
Records and reports security and safety related incidents.
Provides safety escorts upon request.
Enforces parking regulations and assists with traffic control.
Investigates lost or stolen items.
Investigates alarms and emergency calls immediately.
Reacts to emergency codes expediently to follow through on the situation until parties are safe or the situation is resolved.
Responds to customer service requests in a timely manner with an emphasis on improving the patient experience.
Supports shuttle services in daily duties, inclement weather and emergency situations by driving employees as needed.
Transports bodies and body parts to the morgue, filing essential documentation timely and accurately.