Marion, SC and Black River Medical Center)

Medical University of South Carolina•Florence, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

A Security Officer is responsible for protecting and serving MUSC Health Pee Dee Division patients, staff, and visitors, in addition to monitoring and protecting facilities and assets, across the Pee Dee Division. Security Officers monitor and operate access control systems, security camera systems, intercoms, two-way radios, telephones, and alarm systems. Security Officers often perform the following duties daily: Patrol facilities and grounds, Provide emergency assistance and response, Interact with patients, families, visitors, law enforcement and correctional officers. Support MUSC Health staff with issues involving security and safety concerns. The individual must complete detailed notes based on observations, conduct security investigations and interviews, and write detailed reports regarding incidents and events. MUSC Health Florence Medical Center is a leading regional acute care facility comprised of 396 patient beds and more than 1,500 employees and nearly 300 physicians representing all major specialties. We are dedicated to serving the health care needs of people living in northeastern South Carolina. MUSC Health Florence Medical Center combines advanced technology, medical innovation and proven treatment methods to benefit of our patients. Our extensive range of services include heart and vascular care, cancer treatment, minimally invasive orthopedic and general surgery, diagnostics, women’s health and rehabilitation services. When unexpected medical situations arise, our Emergency Department (ED/ER) is ready to respond. The hospital’s Chest Pain Center is the first in the region to have been accredited by the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care (SCPC). MUSC Health Florence Medical Center’s advanced Primary Stroke Center, recognized by The Joint Commission, shows the hospital’s commitment to the highest standards in the country for stroke care. MUSC Health Marion Medical Center is a 124-bed, acute care facility that provides complete inpatient, outpatient, diagnostic, medical, surgical, and emergency care. Marion Medical Center is Joint Commission accredited and included Mullins Nursing Center – a 92-bed, long-term care facility. We believe in the power of people to create great care. We work hard every day to be a place of healing, care, and connection for patients and families in the community we call home. MUSC Health Black River Medical Center supports a patient-and family-centered approach to care. Family members are not considered visitors to a loved one who is hospitalized. They are key participants in support, decision-making, and care. We do not have visiting hour restrictions and two people are always welcome at the bedside 24 hours a day. Residents benefit from access to a full range of modern diagnostic and interventional capabilities, including: 63,500 square feet 25 inpatient beds Five observation beds Two operating rooms 16 emergency treatment areas CT scanner MRI Nuclear medicine Mammography General radiology department Laboratory, respiratory, pharmacy and other ancillary services If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees Thank you for wanting to be part of the Medical University of South Carolina team. Whether you want to teach the next generation of health care leaders, innovate new business models, discover the next breakthrough or provide patient care, there's a role for you that fuels your passion and takes advantage of your skills. There are career opportunities available in academics, research, hospital medicine, physician practices and support services, from patient billing to IT. As an applicant, you can search jobs for all MUSC entities as well as search by category and location. MUSC attracts more than $250 million annually in research funding, making it the biggest magnet for biomedical, extramural research dollars of all institutions of higher learning in South Carolina. The Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) Program aims to advance clinical and translational science to increase the speed at which new treatments become available to patients. MUSC Health, the clinical enterprise, operates a 750 bed medical center, which includes a nationally recognized Children’s Hospital, the Ashley River Tower (cardiovascular, digestive disease, and surgical oncology), Hollings Cancer Center (one of fewer than 70 elite National Cancer Institute designated centers), a Level I Trauma Center and the Institute of Psychiatry. In addition, there are more than 100 outreach clinics, hospital/health system affiliations, and telehealth sites. U.S. News & World Report placed us among the top one percent of all American hospitals, with 11 specialties in the top 50. The MUSC Medical Center is also one of only three Magnet® designated hospitals in South Carolina.

Requirements

Education Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent.
Minimum One (1) year relevant experience or appropriate preferred education requirements.
Valid driver’s license in the State of SC.
Completion of IAHSS Basic Certification within six (6) months of hire.
Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism.
Must possess a strong desire and ability to provide a high level of customer service through engagement with others.
Ability to don and wear personal protective equipment, such as gloves, face shields, goggles, gowns, masks, powered air-purifying respirator, and if necessary, issued ballistic vest protection while on duty.
Ability to use radio equipment for communications.
Ability to quickly respond to emergent situations.
Skill in verbal communications, especially listening and recalling information during high stress conditions.
Skill in written communications including the ability to type accurate and detailed reports efficiently, recalling actions taken during emergencies and critical incidents.
Knowledge of crime prevention strategies.
Ability to detect, locate, and report smoke, unusual odors, and running water which may indicate safety problems.
Knowledge of and skill with computer systems, including spreadsheets, word processing, e-mail, alarm systems, access control software, and surveillance cameras.
Knowledge of verbal and non-verbal tactics to safely de-escalate individuals.
Ability to use de-escalation strategies, trained control techniques, and the application of restraints as trained. (Successfully complete 16 hours verbal and physical Handle with Care Crisis De-escalation course. Must be able to successfully complete the physical components defense and restraint tactics as described in the Handle with Care Curriculum.)
Knowledge of security practices used in safeguarding persons and property.
Complete MUHA Security training requirements provided by MUSC Health Pee Dee Division and appropriately perform the responsibilities of a Security Officer.
Constant requirements are to perform job functions while standing, walking, and sitting.
Ability to bend at the waist, kneel, climb stairs, reach in all directions, fully use both hands and legs, possess good finger dexterity, perform repetitive motions with hands, wrists, elbows, and shoulders.
Ability to reach in all directions, maintain 20/40 vision corrected, see, and recognize objects close at hand and at a distance, work in a latex safe environment.
Perform work duties indoors and outdoors with seasonal weather changes and conditions.
Frequently lift and/or carry objects weighing 20 pounds unassisted and ability to lift from 36” to overhead objects or items more than 15 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience in healthcare security, corporate security, or law enforcement.

Responsibilities

Protecting and serving MUSC Health Pee Dee Division patients, staff, and visitors
Monitoring and protecting facilities and assets, across the Pee Dee Division
Monitor and operate access control systems, security camera systems, intercoms, two-way radios, telephones, and alarm systems
Patrol facilities and grounds
Provide emergency assistance and response
Interact with patients, families, visitors, law enforcement and correctional officers
Support MUSC Health staff with issues involving security and safety concerns
Complete detailed notes based on observations
Conduct security investigations and interviews
Write detailed reports regarding incidents and events