What are the responsibilities and job description for the Security Officer position at Lower Keys Medical Center?
Dreaming of living in paradise? Want to join a team delivering unmatched patient care? Enjoy leading an incredible team? If so, we have the perfect role for you!
What We Stand For: Lower Keys Medical Center is committed to the delivery of consistent quality services in a safe and fiscally responsible manner that meet the needs of patients, physicians, employees and our community; and to the maintenance of an environment that encourages individual development, teamwork and pride with compassion and respect for each person.
What We Do: Lower Keys Medical Center (LKMC) is a 167 bed, full service, Joint Commission accredited, outstanding, acute care medical facility with a
- 24/7 emergency room
- 24/7 laboratory
- 24/7 radiology services
- 24/7 specially equipped medical transport helicopter
LKMC is also proud to be the only hospital in the Florida Keys that offers labor and delivery services. We also offer physical therapy in Key West using a multi-joint strength system, in addition to other innovative systems and equipment for customized rehabilitation.
LKMC is fully accredited by the State of Florida and the gold standard, The Joint Commission.
What Does a member of our Security Team Do? As a Security team member with Lower Keys Medical Center, you will spend your day…
- Implementing all safety and loss control functions of the organization, to reduce accidents, occupational illnesses, and exposure to long-term health hazards.
- Assisting in the safety-training of all managers, new employee indoctrination, and planned job observation of rules and practices and protective equipment usage.
- Executing our emergency preparedness plan, basic first-aid care, and physical protection of the facility.
- Maintain compliance with governmental regulatory agencies, disposal procedures, and planned inspections.
- Responsible for identifying causes of past accidents.
- Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
- You will be performing a variety of tasks, and lead and directs the work of others.
- A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required.
- Typically you will be reporting to the head of a unit/department.
What’s In It For You? Joining the LKMC team gives you an unmatched experience of being a part of something much larger, growth potential, full benefits package, competitive salary, etc.
Which Qualifications Do You Need? In order to set you up for success, you need the basics of…
- A High School Diploma is required.
- Ability to pass an extensive background check, and Drug Screening.
- Familiarity with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.
- Two years of experience is preferred, however not mandatory.
Lower Key Medical Center is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
