Hospital Security Professional - Full Time

Security Officer

Location: Skagit Valley Hospital

Department: Security SVH Exempt: No Schedule: NIGHTS - VARIABLE Position Type: Full Time 0.6 FTE or More FTE: 0.800000 Base Wage $22.22 to $32.23

The Security Officer is responsible for providing safety and security services which requires regular interaction with patients, visitors, staff and clinicians in highly diverse and complex situations. Interacts with local law enforcement to provide information, clarification of events and coordinate emergency protocols. to effectively address potential conduct issues, violations of policy, check for property damage, inspect safety issues, inspect certain safety features such as fire extinguishers or water valves, respond to all codes, address trespassing concerns, provide assistance with out of control patients, and utilizes electronic checkpoints.

Respond to all emergency situations and applies appropriate protocols for the Code, Disaster (command center), ETO Exposure, Fire, Flood, Hazardous spills, and all code situations.

completing, filing and maintaining correct documentation, filing reports, and assists with maintaining building access control by utilizing the computerized badge/door system.

Maintain ability to effectively utilize Microsoft Office (Outlook) and department specific software applications to perform work.

Actively contribute to the achievement of Quality Improvement and Lean Process Improvement activities.

Comply with all Skagit Regional Health, department and location specific policies and procedures.

Education: High School diploma or GED required.

Experience/Training: One (1) year security, military or police experience is preferred. Healthcare facility experience preferred.

Must be able to effectively utilize Microsoft Office applications to perform work. Ability to coordinate work schedule with requirements of position (may include overtime and weekend work).

Skagit Regional Health offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, 457b/401a (retirement), long term disability, and paid time off to all employees holding an FTE of 20 or more hours per week.