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 assets at Owensboro Health Twin Lakes Medical Center. The role works under direct supervision and requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the ability to take appropriate action in a stressful environment. The position is per diem/PRN, with work hours and weekend work as needed. A valid driver's license and age 21 or older are required upon hire. The AVADE Workplace Violence Prevention Level III Provider certification is required within 90 days of employment. An IAHSS Basic/Advanced Training Certificate is preferred. The position requires a high school diploma, GED, or higher upon hire. A combination of education, training, and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. No prior work experience is required. Physical demands include frequent standing, walking, lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds, pushing or pulling, bending or stooping, reaching, talking, hearing, and several other occasional or rare activities. The job has a low-risk hazardous drug exposure level.

Requirements

High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED), or higher required upon hire.
A combination of education, training, and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
No work experience required.
Valid driver's license and at least 21 years of age required upon hire.
AVADE Workplace Violence Prevention Level III Provider certification required within 90 days of employment.
Critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
Ability to work under direct supervision, perform in a stressful environment, and take appropriate action.

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 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.
Conduct threat and hazard assessments through foot and vehicle patrols.
Act as a liaison with local law enforcement.
Support Owensboro Health’s mission, vision, core commitments, and business interests; adhere to organizational policies and procedures and act consistently with a culture of compliance, safety, and high reliability.