Security Officer - Twin Lakes Medical Center

Owensboro Health•Leitchfield, KY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides security services to promote a safe and secure environment for patients, staff, physicians, and assets at Owensboro Health Twin Lakes Medical Center. The position works under direct supervision and requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the ability to act appropriately in a stressful environment. This is a part-time role at 0.5 FTE (40 hours per pay period), with a 2200–0630 work schedule and every-other-weekend requirements. A high school diploma or GED, or higher, is required upon hire. A combination of education, training, and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. No prior work experience is required. 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. IAHSS Basic/Advanced Training Certificate is preferred. Employees are expected to support Owensboro Health’s mission, vision, core commitments, and business interests, and to follow organizational policies and procedures while working in a manner consistent with compliance, safety, and a high-reliability culture.

Requirements

No work experience required.
High school diploma, GED, or higher required upon hire.
A combination of education, training, and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Valid driver's license and minimum age of 21 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 and take appropriate action in a stressful environment.

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.
Maintain knowledge of and follow policies and procedures related to alarms and emergency and 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 perform work consistent with compliance, safety, and a high-reliability culture.