Security Guard Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Excellent customer service skills and a positive attitude.
• Must possess a valid driver's license issued by the employee's state of residence, and have and maintain an acceptable driving record.
• Knowledgeable in the laws of the State of Indiana.
• Knowledge of policies and procedures of the hospital and the security department.
• Requires crisis intervention training to handle hostile behaviors and patient restraint training.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate over a radio and telephone.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to make quick decisions and handle situations with good judgment and common sense.
• Ability to recognize safety hazards and take corrective action, when necessary.
• Ability to remain calm in the presence danger, consistent with controlling violent and hostile behaviors.
• Meets the Standards of Behavior as outlined in Personnel Policy and Procedure #1, Employee Relations Code.
• Demonstrates knowledge of procedures for protecting and maintaining security, confidentiality and integrity of employee, patient, family, organizational and other medical information.
• Understands and supports the commitment of Methodist Hospitals in adhering to federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations governing ethical business practices for healthcare providers.

Nice To Haves

• Prior law enforcement or security experience is preferred.
• 1 Customer Care/Support Required
• Security Preferred
• Public Admin./Gov't/Defense - Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officer Preferred

Responsibilities

• Responds to all emergency calls, and provides security escorts.
• Aides individuals needing assistance.
• Completes all reports and daily activity log.
• Dispatches other security personnel, as needed.
• Monitors CCTV and alarm systems.
• Provides internal and external patrols of the facility, by checking all areas of the hospitals and campuses.
• Remains at post through scheduled shifts.
• Locks and unlocks specified areas daily.