Security Officer, Per Diem

Job Description

The Security Officer provides professional security services to collaborate with all hospital departments, enhancing the environment and patient experience.

Education / Experience Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least one year of security experience or one year successful completion toward a degree in Criminal Justice or Certified Healthcare Security Officer.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS

Required: Current Class D Drivers License

Crisis Prevention Intervention Certificate (Employees must be certified within 1 year of hire date. Employees must receive yearly re-certification).

LIFE SUPPORT CERTIFICATION

Required: BLS or Heart Saver

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs one-to-one and close observation of patients in a safe and professional manner in collaboration with Patient Care Services.
• Conducts interior and exterior patrols to inspect the grounds for criminal activity and health and safety hazards.
• Provides one-to-one patient observation for at-risk patients throughout the organization to keep the patient and others safe.
• Records and reports security and safety related incidents.
• Provides safety escorts upon request.
• Enforces parking regulations and assists with traffic control.
• Investigates lost or stolen items.
• Investigates alarms and emergency calls immediately.
• Reacts to emergency codes expediently to follow through on the situation until parties are safe or the situation is resolved.
• Responds to customer service requests in a timely manner with an emphasis on improving the patient experience.
• Supports shuttle services in daily duties, inclement weather and emergency situations by driving employees as needed.
• Transports bodies and body parts to the morgue, filing essential documentation timely and accurately.

Pay Range

$20.00 - $24.87

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled