Security Officer - PRN - Doctors Comm Med Ctr

Luminis Health•Annapolis, MD

3d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Security Officer provides personal and asset protection for patients, visitors, and employees throughout the Medical Center and helps prevent hazardous conditions through continuous monitoring. The role includes patrols, surveillance, emergency response, incident investigation and reporting, safety screening, crisis intervention, and maintenance of security equipment and records. Officers may also provide traffic and parking control, manage keys and contractor badges, prepare helicopter landing areas, escort medical personnel, support patient transport, and provide safety escorts. The position requires adherence to department policies, quality and safety standards, regulatory requirements, and Luminis Health’s RISE values of Respect, Inclusion, Service, and Excellence. Officers attend staff meetings, complete required training and competency evaluations, maintain knowledge in their areas of responsibility, and collaborate with team members while providing effective customer service. Duties may include other assignments as directed by a supervisor.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; candidates without a diploma or equivalent may substitute one additional year of verified security experience.
Pass a criminal records background check before employment.
Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills and excellent customer service.
Successfully complete Conflict Management training within six months and demonstrate the ability to prevent escalation, de-escalate, and use safe physical stabilization tactics.
Maintain a valid Maryland driver’s license or a valid license from the state of residence, with no more than two points on the current driving record.
Ability to perform heavy physical work: exert more than 100 pounds of force occasionally, more than 50 pounds frequently, and/or more than 20 pounds constantly to move objects.
There is a reasonable expectation of exposure to blood-borne pathogens.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of healthcare safety and security experience is preferred.
IAHSS Basic Officer Certification is preferred and required for promotion.

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough hazard surveillance rounds to protect patients, staff, and hospital property.
Monitor radio communications, telephone messages, written notes, and other forms of communication for daily information.
Monitor CCTV from the Control Center and maintain required written or computer logs and email correspondence.
Respond promptly to emergency calls, assist with patient restraints when needed, help execute disaster plans, and notify appropriate leadership.
Conduct preliminary investigations into thefts, shortages, and complaints involving potential criminal misconduct; keep the supervisor informed.
Prepare complete, timely, and accurate written reports, investigations, and daily event records; log responses and incidents.
Screen individuals for weapons, contraband, and unauthorized items using manual and electronic screening devices.
Participate in crisis intervention to restore and maintain order safely, applying knowledge of patient growth and development across the life span.
Provide safety education to staff and train new officers on department policies and procedures.
Patrol assigned main-campus and satellite-office areas and inspect facilities, fire extinguishers, helipads, alarm systems, CCTV cameras, and other security equipment; address or report concerns.
Maintain accountability and documentation for valuables, property, and evidence, ensuring their safekeeping.
Assist with keys, verify and issue contractor badges, provide traffic control and parking enforcement, and monitor building systems.
Prepare and secure the helicopter landing area, escort medical personnel to patient locations, and support patient transport.
Provide safety escorts and assistance to staff, visitors, and patients as requested.
Perform fire drills as required.
Attend staff meetings and complete mandatory in-services, training, and competency evaluations on time.
Follow applicable regulatory and compliance requirements, report compliance concerns through appropriate channels, and complete required introductory and ongoing training.
Maintain current knowledge in areas of responsibility, work collaboratively, and provide effective customer service to the healthcare community.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Retirement plan with employer contribution; employer match applies to employees working more than 1,000 hours in a calendar year
Paid time off
Tuition assistance
Employee referral bonus program
Paid holidays for full-time employees
Disability coverage for full-time employees
Life and AD&D coverage for full-time employees
Wellness programs
Employee assistance programs