Security Officer - Twin Lakes Medical Center

Owensboro Health•Leitchfield, KY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Security Officer provides security services to promote a safe and secure environment for patients, staff, physicians, and organizational assets at Owensboro Health Twin Lakes Medical Center. The position works under direct supervision and requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. The role is part-time at 0.5 FTE (40 hours per pay period), with work hours of 0600–1430 and every-other-weekend requirements. The officer monitors and responds to potential or actual security threats, investigates incidents and hazards, supports emergency preparedness, assists staff and visitors, manages facility access and surveillance systems, and conducts foot and vehicle patrols. The position also responds to violent behavior using crisis management training, monitors critical systems, and coordinates with local law enforcement. A high school diploma or GED is required upon hire. A valid driver's license and age 21 or older are required upon hire. AVADE Workplace Violence Prevention Level III Provider certification is required within 90 days of employment. An IAHSS Basic/Advanced Training Certificate is preferred. No prior work experience is required. A combination of education, training, and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. The role involves frequent standing, walking, lifting and carrying loads up to 25 pounds, pushing/pulling, bending or stooping, reaching, talking, hearing, and keyboard data entry. Some less frequent or occasional physical activities include sitting, climbing, kneeling, crouching or crawling, running, and handling heavier loads. Hazardous drug exposure risk is classified as low-risk. Employees are expected to support Owensboro Health’s mission, vision, core commitments, and business interests; follow organizational policies; and act consistently with a culture of compliance, safety, and high reliability. Duties may vary by department and may be supplemented or changed as needed.

Requirements

No prior work experience is required.
High school diploma, GED, or higher is required upon hire.
A valid driver's license and age 21 or older are required upon hire.
AVADE Workplace Violence Prevention Level III Provider certification is required within 90 days of employment.
Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
A combination of education, training, and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Nice To Haves

IAHSS-Basic/Advanced Training Certificate, including completion of the Basic/Advanced Certification Exam from the International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety.

Responsibilities

Proactively monitor for and respond promptly to potential or actual security threats.
Investigate and manage security incidents and hazards on the premises and other organizational properties.
Follow policies and procedures regarding alarms and emergency or disaster preparedness plans.
Facilitate planned drills and simulations.
Provide information and assistance to staff and visitors to promote their safety on the premises.
Manage facility access and security surveillance systems.
Manage violent behavior by patients and visitors using crisis management training.
Monitor critical systems, including fire alarms, generators, elevators, and emergency call boxes.
Assess threats and hazards through foot and vehicle patrols.
Act as a liaison with local law enforcement.
Support Owensboro Health’s mission, vision, core commitments, and business interests; follow organizational policies and procedures; and behave consistently with a culture of compliance, safety, and high reliability.