Security Officer PRN
About The Position
The Security Officer provides a safe environment for patients, visitors, employees, and volunteers, typically in an office or ambulatory clinic setting. The role monitors visitor and patient activity and the premises in and around the facility, enforces policy, provides assistance and direction, responds to emergencies, and protects employees, visitors, and Intermountain property. The position operates and monitors surveillance cameras, access control systems, alarms, and other security technology, and ensures security equipment functions properly. It uses de-escalation techniques, responds to violent or aggressive patient behavior, and may use physical restraints when necessary. The officer follows regulatory and privacy requirements when reporting incidents or working with law enforcement, responds to bomb threats and suspicious packages, participates in safety drills, conducts searches and facility safety inspections, enforces parking regulations, and collaborates with HR and law enforcement on investigations.
Requirements
- Current driver's license, if applicable for the role.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers, or willingness to obtain it within 90 days of hire.
- At least 21 years of age.
Nice To Haves
- One year of previous law enforcement, corrections, public safety, military police, or security experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide a safe environment for patients, visitors, employees, and volunteers.
- Monitor visitor and patient activity and the premises in and around the facility.
- Enforce policy, provide assistance and direction, respond to emergencies, and protect people and Intermountain property.
- Operate and monitor surveillance cameras, access control systems, alarms, and other security technology, and ensure security equipment functions properly.
- Use verbal and non-verbal de-escalation strategies to resolve conflicts peacefully and minimize the need for physical force.
- Intervene when patients act aggressively or violently to protect everyone involved, including using physical restraints when necessary.
- Follow regulatory requirements, including HIPAA, when reporting crimes or incidents and disclosing information to law enforcement.
- Respond to bomb threats and suspicious packages by following safety protocols.
- Participate in drills, including infant abduction and active shooter scenarios.
- Conduct respectful and safe patient searches and searches for narcotics in compliance with legal requirements.
- Inspect walking surfaces, fire extinguishers, and overall facility safety to mitigate risks.
- Enforce parking regulations to support safety, accessibility, and the patient experience.
- Collaborate with HR and law enforcement on investigations, follow protocols for disclosing patient information, and help ensure facility safety.
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