Security Officer

Security Officer

To be fully engaged in providing security services to ensure the safety and security of associates, patients, and visitors of Health First facilities.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Responsible for internal and external security patrols on foot or in vehicle of facility assigned including Emergency Department of hospital facility to deter criminal activity and misconduct.
• Responds to all emergencies/disasters which may require the officer to remain on property until the emergency/disaster is terminated. Makes appropriate notifications on campus as directed coordinates law enforcement, medical, and/or fire assistance.
• Proactively watches for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards.
• Is a first responder for emergency codes, alarms, and other emergent situations to escort visitors and contractors, secure ingress and egress, and protect private information.
• Sounds alarms or calls police/fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons.
• Warns violators of rule infractions such as loitering, smoking, or carrying prohibited articles.
• Monitors entrances and exits and permits authorized persons to enter property.
• Observes departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensures authorized removal of property is conducted appropriately.
• Conducts patient escorts, patient watches, and provides safety escorts.
• Assists and/or transports deceased to morgue.
• Completes required shift logs and reports, complies with site post orders, and Health First policies and procedures.
• Investigates and prepares reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities.
• Assists associates, patients, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
• Works designated alternate hours and performs other responsibilities as needed.
• Maintains required certifications, licensing, weapon qualifications, and training to achieve professional competency as appropriate for the position.

Work Experience:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Must meet at least one of the following education or experience requirements:
• Graduate of Police/Corrections Academy.
• Associates degree or above in Criminal Justice.
• Active Military (Four 4 year term of service minimum).
• Law Enforcement experience.
• Serve in Elite Military Forces Military Police or Combat Arms.
• Work Experience: None
• Licensure: Class D Security Officer Licensure in the State of Florida. Class G Security Officer Licensure in the State of Florida. Valid Drivers License and clean Motor Vehicle Record and maintained.
• Certification: At least one (1) of the following certifications within thirty (30) days of start date:
• American Heart Association (AHA) Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED course OR American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) Healthcare Provider Completion Card.
• Work Experience In Lieu of Education: One (1) year verifiable security officer experience.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

• Expected completion of Crisis Prevention Training within first 90 days.
• Physical ability to deal with or subdue mental health patients in crisis.
• Must be willing to carry out tasks that may require entering the hospital morgue and the roof-top helipad.
• Ability to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors.
• Ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public.
• Display exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Active listening skills.
• Ability to assess and evaluate situations effectively.
• Ability to identify critical issues quickly and accurately.
• Attention to detail.

Physical Requirements:

• Physically agile requires walking, standing, running, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, or crouching majority of the shift.
• Heavy work that frequently includes lifting or moving objects up to 100 pounds or more with or without assistance.
• May require moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces including reaching out and above shoulders or overhead.
• May lift, turn, pull, push, or ambulate people and/or equipment with or without assistance up to 90% of the assigned shift.
• May be exposed to inside environments and outside environments with extreme temperatures, air contamination, dirt, grease, or water.
• May require working with biohazards such as blood/body fluids and airborne particles following OSHA and CDC guidelines.
• May operate various types of manual and motorized equipment used in the transportation of materials.
• May be exposed to intense noise or vibration and awkward or confined work position.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform tasks.
• Workspace may vary from open to confined.
• May require travel to various facilities within and beyond county perimeter may require use of personal vehicle.

About Health First:

At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve.