Security Officer

Security Officer

Are you a dependable, detail-oriented individual with the ability to remain calm under pressure? If so, join our team as a Security Officer and play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety of our patients, staff members, and visitors.

Speare Memorial Hospital is a 25-bed critical access hospital serving dozens of communities in the Lakes Region. We are passionately committed to providing exceptional, local care to our friends, families, neighbors, and communities at large.

Mission: To work together to serve the needs of our patients and community.

Vision: A community where all can achieve optimal health.

Values: Kindness, Collaboration, Patient & Family-Centered, Safety, Excellence, Efficiency, and Professionalism.

What You'll Do:

• Frequently conduct security/safety rounds of the hospital each shift and document the findings of each round
• May need to assist in the management of aggressive/combative patients and/or family members
• Monitor high risk patients, including patient watches if necessary
• Utilize security cameras to monitor activity in the hospital and as part of completing incident investigations
• Provide support to the nursing staff in interacting with the Medical Examiner's office, funeral homes, and affected families in the event of an expired patient
• Complete appropriate documentation to record all incidents and conduct investigations when warranted. Incident reports and investigations should be provided to the Safety Coordinator
• Complete MOAB training annually
• Serve as the point of contact with the police department when the intervention is required
• Partner with nursing supervisors to ensure the safety of patients, staff, and facilities
• Provide best practice and process improvement recommendations to the Safety Coordinator
• Secure the area for all emergency helicopter arrivals and take-offs

What We're Looking For:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 2-4 years' experience in hospital security, law enforcement, the department of corrections or in the military
• Valid New Hampshire Driver's License
• Proven conflict resolution skills and/or demonstrated ability to be effective in high stress or emergent situations
• Commitment to providing excellent customer service
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Excellent interpersonal skills, empathetic and trustworthy
• Exceptional organizational skills and high attention to detail
• Proven computer skills including MS Office

Why Join Speare Memorial Hospital?

• Community Connection: Be part of an organization deeply invested in local health and wellness.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside dedicated professionals who genuinely care about their work and each other.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuing education and career development.

Speare Memorial Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our ability to serve our equally diverse community.

Join us in our mission to provide compassionate, high-quality healthcare to our community.