Security Officer ROPH

Location: Oak Park, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Oak Park

Hospital: Rush Oak Park Hospital

Department: Security

Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (6:30:00 AM - 3:00:00 PM)

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Pay Range: $17.63 - $27.77 per hour
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Summary:
Reporting to the Supervisor of Security ROPH this role is responsible for monitoring the hospital's building and grounds to prevent fire, theft, vandalism and illegal entry and for enforcing policies and procedures related to safety and security of personnel and property. Additionally, assists patients, visitors and staff in matters related to safety and security

Other information:
• High school graduate or GED.
• Must possess/maintain a valid Permanent Employee Registration Card (PERC) from the Illinois Department of Finance and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) after successfully completing a 20-hour security guard training course from an approved provider.
• Valid Illinois, Indiana, or Wisconsin driver's license required with a prior driving record deemed acceptable to Human Resources pursuant to a driver's history check.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and customer service.
• Basic computer skills are essential.
• Must be flexible with scheduling.

Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Prior security experience in a healthcare environment.
• Healthcare security certification at the "basic" level by the International Association of Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS).
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certified.

Physical Demands:
• Must be able to stand or walk during the majority, if not entire tour of duty and be able to withstand weather extremes for external assignments. Physically able to perform required responsibilities

Disclaimer:
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

Responsibilities:
Job Responsibilities:
• Performs continuous surveillance of all hospital facilities and grounds to ensure all rules are followed and areas are secure.
• Investigates unusual occurrences related to security, responding to all security calls and assists patients, visitors and staff accordingly.
• Prepares incident reports, memorandums and other written documentation as needed and/or requested.
• Provides escorts in the parking lot to patients, visitors and staff if requested.
• Works with local law enforcement to on any pertinent investigation.
• Inspects packages leaving/arriving at hospital facilities.to ensure facility and personnel safety.
• Properly assesses unusual/dangerous situations. Protects those involved and communicates to all team members affected.
• Maintains all security equipment
• Participates in annual security response drills and trainings
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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