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Security Officer - Per Diem

Job Details

Job Ref:
R0086355
Category:
Security & Screening
Employment Type:
Per Diem
Health Care Partner:
Elizabethtown Community Hospital
Location:
75 Park St, Elizabethtown, NY 12932
Department:
ECH - Transport
Job Type:
Regular
Primary Shift:
Variable-12hr
Hours:
6:00 PM - 6:00 AM
Hours per Week:
0
Weekend Needs:
As Scheduled
Pay Rate:
$22.82 - $34.23 per hour

Candidates for this position will need to be available for a 12-hour shift (6:00pm - 6:00am) or as otherwise needed.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The primary responsibilities of the Security Officer are to conduct patrols within and outside the facility, respond immediately to emergency and non-emergency calls for assistance and document services provided for each shift. Other responsibilities include:

  • Contribute to the preservation of life, protection of property and overall safety of the campus for employees, visitors, and patients
  • Conducting thorough and fair investigations into any/all inappropriate activity
  • Provide education and guidance (as needed) to staff, visitors and patients around reducing their likelihood of becoming victims of violence
  • Ability and willingness to operate and monitor any employer supplied security equipment
  • All Security staff must be available for short notice call-in, in the event of an emergency
  • Maintain a high level of confidentiality for all patient PHI (Protected Health Information)

EDUCATION

  • High School diploma

EXPERIENCE

  • Previous Law Enforcement or Security experience preferred
  • Successful completion of all related eligibility requirements for employment
  • Able to understand and follow oral and written instructions
  • Good Communication Skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and adapt to evolving situations

Upon hire, the Officer must complete following employer provided trainings:

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 6 months of hire
  • Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) de-escalation training within 3 months of hire
  • Any other Healthcare Security and Safety trainings required for employment by the employer

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