Security Officer - EMRMC - Full Time - 1st Shift

Ephraim McDowell Health•Danville, KY

About The Position

Under the general direction of the System Director of Legal, the Security Officer performs a wide range of safety and security duties to provide a safe and secure environment, with minimal maintenance assistance. The role supports Ephraim McDowell Health’s F.I.R.S.T. values: Friendliness, Innovation, Respect, Service, and Trust. The position involves responding to security concerns at EMH premises, investigating incidents, completing required forms and logs, and escorting Associates to medical center parking lots and the parking garage. The officer promotes EMH’s AIDET philosophy and patient- and family-centered care, considers age-specific needs when planning and implementing security processes, and contributes to organizational operations and shared governance. The role also includes minor maintenance coverage when Maintenance Associates are not scheduled, maintaining current security training, and following security policies and codes. The officer wears a designated security uniform and required equipment, including a security vest and department-issued defensive tools such as a Taser, in accordance with organizational policy and training. Work may involve exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, seasonal weather, physical hazards, stressful situations, and individuals who may pose a threat. The officer must be able to move or position 25 pounds independently and identify people and equipment during various codes and situations. Routine contacts include Associates, visitors, patients, law enforcement, and other first responders. The position may involve varied shifts and occasional extended or extra shifts for security coverage.

Requirements

Two years of experience in healthcare security or law enforcement is preferred.
Must be able to move or position 25 pounds independently.
Must be able to recognize and identify physical descriptions during codes or other situations and identify equipment in the environment.
Must know how to operate hand tools and perform some maintenance for emergency situations.
Must be able to use alternative protective equipment such as Tasers and metal detectors.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience in healthcare security or law enforcement.

Responsibilities

Respond to security concerns at EMH premises, including operating an EMH vehicle when required.
Investigate incidents and complete required forms and logs.
Provide escort services for Associates to medical center parking lots and the parking garage.
Promote the EMH AIDET philosophy to support quality care.
Cover minor maintenance functions when Maintenance Associates are not scheduled.
Apply age-specific knowledge and techniques across the lifespan when planning and implementing security processes.
Keep education and training current on security methods and technology use.
Locate policies on Compliance 360 and maintain a thorough understanding of security and system operations policies and codes.
Maintain professional accountability and growth, including knowledge and skills related to AVADE, Taser, and metal detector use.
Contribute to the organization’s mission, philosophy, and effective operations through dependable job performance and attendance.
Incorporate patient- and family-centered care concepts, including dignity, respect, information sharing, and participation.
Contribute to the development and implementation of shared governance across the organization.
Wear the designated security uniform and equipment, including a security vest and department-issued defensive tools, according to policy and training requirements.
Perform other related duties as assigned.