Security Officer

Providence • Everett, WA

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About The Position

$1,000 Hiring Bonus for eligible external hires that meet the required qualifications and conditions for payment The Security Officer provides a safe and secure environment for the patients, visitors, staff and property of Swedish Medical Center. Due to the continuous public contact of the position the highest level of customer service skills is essential. Security Officers conduct random patrols of Swedish Medical Center property, respond to and investigate security incidents, report safety hazards, and appropriately document actions and observations made during the shift. Security Officers respond to alarms and codes by providing traffic control and assisting with safe patient handling. Security Officers conduct routine safety walks of the facilities and submits remedial requests for any concerns they identify. Security Officers routinely engage in stressful situations and at times may be required to use physical force to maintain the safety of the patient care environment, and also may be required to run, climb stairs, carry people, or perform other physical acts in response to emergent situations. Security Officers will provide advice to clinical staff regarding matters of patient release and restraint. Security Officers also engage in a wide range of customer service activities involving direct contact with patients and visitors, providing directions and helping people find their way. Security Officers regularly use computers to write reports and logs and to monitor security cameras and access control systems. Will be required to work on multiple campuses based on staffing needs or the needs of the department. Providence Swedish caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Swedish Mill Creek and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Requirements

• Within 90 days of hire: Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association
• Within 6 months (180 days) of hire: Successful completion of TASER© training and certification (with annual re-certification)
• Within 6 months (180 days) of hire: Successful completion of AVADE/HDTS (Healthcare Defensive Tactics System) Training and Certification
• Customer service experience and/or training

Nice To Haves

• Associate's Degree
• 1 year of related civilian or military security/law enforcement experience
• Healthcare security experience

Responsibilities

• Provides a safe and secure environment for the patients, visitors, staff and property of Swedish Medical Center.
• Conduct random patrols of Swedish Medical Center property
• Respond to and investigate security incidents
• Report safety hazards
• Appropriately document actions and observations made during the shift
• Respond to alarms and codes by providing traffic control and assisting with safe patient handling
• Conduct routine safety walks of the facilities and submits remedial requests for any concerns they identify
• Routinely engage in stressful situations and at times may be required to use physical force to maintain the safety of the patient care environment, and also may be required to run, climb stairs, carry people, or perform other physical acts in response to emergent situations
• Provide advice to clinical staff regarding matters of patient release and restraint
• Engage in a wide range of customer service activities involving direct contact with patients and visitors, providing directions and helping people find their way
• Regularly use computers to write reports and logs and to monitor security cameras and access control systems
• Will be required to work on multiple campuses based on staffing needs or the needs of the department.

Benefits

• Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of improving the health and wellbeing of each patient we serve.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees