Security Officer - Twin Lakes Medical Center

Owensboro Health•Leitchfield, KY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides security services at Owensboro Health Twin Lakes Medical Center to promote a safe and secure environment for patients, staff, physicians, and assets. The position works under direct supervision and requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the ability to take appropriate action in a stressful environment. The role supports Owensboro Health’s mission, vision, core commitments, and business interests; follows organizational policies and procedures; and acts consistently with a culture of compliance, safety, and high reliability. The listed duties describe the general nature of the work and may vary by department; additional related duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED), or higher required upon hire.
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 in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
No prior work experience required.

Nice To Haves

IAHSS-Basic/Advanced Training Certificate, including completion of the Basic/Advanced Certification Exam from the International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety, preferred.
A combination of education, training, and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

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 regarding alarms and emergency and 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 promote compliance, safety, and high reliability.