Security Professional (weekend/overnight shift)

We are searching for a Security Officer - NCSO -- someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will provide a safe and secure environment during the shift and within the area of the assigned post. The officer will assist the public, staff, and/or patients in all matters of safety and security. The security officer NCSO staffs a post as instructed and serves as a general security presence and visible deterrent to crime and client rule infractions; This position's primary function is to assist with access control and visitor management into appropriate secure areas. This position documents the access through the visitor management system at their assigned post. The Security Officer NCSO also observes and reports any issues dealing with the safety and security of their assigned post to the Security upper leader.

Provides security functions at designated posts during varying hours and shifts

Observes all persons entering and exiting the Hospital and/or assigned area of responsibility; Ensures that the required sign-in logs and documents are properly maintained as prescribed by departmental procedures

Provides proactive customer service functions to employees and visitors of the hospital. Provides security functions at designated post locations

Monitors the area as assigned, observing all conditions around their post and/or floor assigned for potential threats to the safety of patients, visitors, employees, and medical staff

Completes Daily Activity Reports (DAR), Incident, and TCH Online reports as required by the hospital and departmental procedures.

Documents incidents as directed by security supervision

Operates and maintains TCH and departmental equipment and supplies in good working order

Ensures daily functionality of radio equipment and reports any operational issues to the supervisor

Conducts all other duties assigned by Security Supervisors as needed.

If certified in Basic Life Support (BLS), may respond in the case of an emergency and use AED and Personal Protective Equipment

Responds to and assists hospital personnel with patient transport, elevator prioritization and reports during fire alarms, accidents, missing child alerts, and elevator entrapments

Trains for and responds to disaster situations in the hospital including visitor management functions, emergency lockdown, active patrol, de-escalations, security standbys, and other emergency job functions.

Attends and completes hospital and departmental required training

Attends training and keeps certifications up to date

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.

NCSO - Noncommission Security Officer by the Texas Department of Public Safety - Private Security Board, acquired within 90 days of entering the role

• Must pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check demonstrating a clear driving record as defined by the routine driver qualifications outlined in the Texas Children's Fleet Safety Policy and Procedure by the job entry date. 1 year of Security, law enforcement, military, or customer service experience preferred
• Texas Children's presence in Austin helps support a pediatric population of more than half a million and keeps kids healthy and happy from birth to adulthood. Texas Children's first health care location in Austin, Texas Children's Urgent Care West Gate, opened in March 2018, providing high quality pediatric-focused care after hours and on weekends. There are now more than 15 Texas Children's Pediatric primary care practices in the greater Austin area providing full-service family care including routine childhood immunizations, well visits, and sick care. Our Specialty Care Center in Austin includes a multidisciplinary group of pediatric specialists committed to providing comprehensive care across a wide spectrum of services. Texas Children's Hospital North Austin, is our new state-of-the-art facility providing world-class pediatric and maternal care to Austin families.

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