What are the responsibilities and job description for the Security Officer - Full Time - All Shifts position at Cedars-Sinai?
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What will you be doing in this role?
As a Security Officer, you'll be responsible for :
- Maintaining a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, employees and staff.
- Patrol facilities and implements hospital safety and security policies.
- Monitor alarms and closed-circuit television systems. As well as assistance in both non-emergency and emergency situations.
- Prompt respond to all emergencies and provide detailed and timely written reports to the watch commander
- Lastly, provide escort service and protect the safety of others.
Security Officers are subject to work in various environments :
Educational Requirements :
High school diploma or GED required.
Licenses :
Valid California Driver License - Required
California Guard Card required - Required
Experience :
Must have typing skills and be able to prepare computer-based incident reports and logs. Effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to deal with all levels of personnel, the general public, and patients in a professional and effective manner.
Physical Demands :
Stand or walk constantly (for up to an entire shift) on various surfaces (tile, concrete, carpet). Climb stairs, ramps, or ladders occasionally during shift. Run as needed. Occasionally bend / twist at waist / knees / neck to perform various duties, including lifting or carrying up to 80 lbs. Constant use of both hands, arms and fingers in reaching / handling / grasping while using radio, phone, notepad, writing reports and other administrative tasks. Constant use of eyes (correctible vision to normal level required) to observe, read, interact with people and view security monitors. Must be able to work in personal protective equipment (gloves, masks and gowns) while assisting medical staff.
About Us
Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars- Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.
About the Team
Cedars-Sinai is one of the largest nonprofit academic medical centers in the ., with 886 licensed beds, 2,100 physicians, 2,800 nurses and thousands of other healthcare professionals and staff. Choose this if you want to work in a fast-paced environment that offers the highest level of care to people in the Los Angeles that need our care the most.
