Security OfficerClick Here to Apply OnlineJob DescriptionLocation: Carney HospitalPosted Date: 1/16/2024Job Type: Full TimeDepartment: 0401.71700 CARN SecurityAbout Steward Health CareNearly a decade ago, Steward Health Care System emerged as a different kind of health care company designed to usher in a new era of wellness. One that provides our patients better, more proactive care at a sustainable cost, our providers unrivaled coordination of care, and our communities greater prosperity and stability.As the country's largest physician-led, minority-owned, integrated health care system, our doctors can be certain that we share their interests and those of their patients. Together we are on a mission to revolutionize the way health care is delivered - creating healthier lives, thriving communities and a better world.Steward is among the nation's largest and most successful accountable care organizations (ACO), with more than 5,500 providers and 43,000 health care professionals who care for 12.3 million patients a year through a closely integrated network of hospitals, multispecialty medical groups, urgent care centers, skilled nursing facilities and behavioral health centers.Based in Dallas, Steward currently operates 33 hospitals across Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Texas.At Steward Health Care System, we are committed to improving the health of our communities by delivering exceptional, personalized health care with dignity, compassion and respect. Our continued focus on the patient experience informs our caregivers in how to provide care that is respectful of and responsive to individual patient and family preferences, needs and values.We dedicate ourselves in the communities we serve to delivering affordable health care to all and being responsible partners. No matter what your role, as a member of the Steward family, you are a specialist in the making every patient and family feel right at home, every co-worker a key to our success, and every referring practice, a team of prized support of this, we commit ourselves to the following values:CompassionAccountabilityRespectExcellenceStewardshipPOSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Security Sergeant/Director of Security, provides security and safety of all staff, visitors and patients. Handles all traffic related matters. Functions as a resource regarding hospital information for patients and visitors. Maintains a safe environment for all visitors, patients and employees at Carney Hospital. Projects an image of professionalism in communication, appearance and conduct. Maintains a working knowledge of departmental standard operating procedures. Must maintain an active knowledge of security emergency procedures and environment of care standards. Performs other duties as assigned by the Security Sergeant/Director of Security. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Provides a visible deterrence to crime and prohibited activities by patrolling the buildings and grounds of the hospital. Responds quickly and effectively to emergent and non-emergent situations. Ensures only authorized personnel are admitted onto hospital premises. Escorts visitors, patients and personnel to and from parking areas upon request. Maintains current information in lost and found logs. Notifies the D.O.S and the Sergeant when items are reported missing or are located. Serves as a member of the Fire Control Team and responds to all fires Investigates incidents of unusual circumstances reported by hospital personnel, visitors, physicians or patients and reports all incidents, verbally or through general incident form, by the end of each shift. Writes accurate, clear and legible incident reports and documents investigatory steps and results. Responds to emergency calls for assistance to control disorderly conduct or combative patients including assisting patient care staff in restraining patients. Maintains annual de-escalation certification through the hospital training program. Patrols grounds by utilizing the security vehicle. Patrols the parking areas on foot and by vehicle to enforce the hospital parking policy program. Reports all safety and fire hazards observed on routine patrols and inspectionsAssists and gives courteous responses to any inquiries made by patients, visitors or personnel Monitors the hospital using electronic security equipment (closed-circuit television, alarms, etc.).Enforces all hospital policies and procedures as assigned by Administration and the Security Department Director.Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean. Completes annual education requirements.Maintains patient and personnel confidentiality at all times. Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated pletes time sheets according to departmental policy. Employees utilizing time cards will only punch themselves in and out on each shift.Wears identification in plain view at all times while on duty.Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.Performs all other responsibilities as directed and municates the mission, ethics and goals of Carney Hospital. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:(Examples: Ability to work independently and take initiative; Good judgment and problem solving skills; Communication skills; Interpersonal and organizational skills; Level of confidentiality)Any combination of experience equivalent to at least 2 years in Security/Healthcare Operations, field experience in a law enforcement agency or prior service in the United States Military preferred. Demonstrated effective communication, interpersonal skills, safety measures and de-escalation skills acquired through appropriate training. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LICENSURE/TECHNICAL/OTHER:Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Associates or Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice preferred. Experience (Type & Length): Any combination of experience equivalent to at least 2 years in Security/Healthcare Operations, field experience in a law enforcement agency or prior service in the United States Military preferred. Demonstrated effective communication, interpersonal skills, safety measures and de-escalation skills acquired through appropriate training. Certification/Licensure: A Carney Security Officer must also have or be able to obtain within one year of being hired, the IAHSS Basic Security Officer certification and complete De-Escalation training through an organization chosen by the Hospital. Massachusetts class D operators license.Software/Hardware: Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.Other: Steward Health Care is proud to be a minority, physician owned organization. Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are at the foundation of the care we provide, the community services we support and all our employment practices. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.Application InstructionsPlease click on the link below to apply for this position. A new window will open and direct you to apply at our corporate careers page. We look forward to hearing from you