Security Officer - Healthcare

5w1 month ago

Lehigh Valley Health Network

Pottsville, US · Part-time · $34,000 – $44,000

About this role

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.

As a Security Officer, you will protect and provide a safe environment for the hospitals, parking facilities, satellite facilities, employees, patients, and visitors. Acts as a first responder to all emergency incidents, as needed.

You will assist in controlling access to the facility by periodically patrolling buildings, grounds, and work sites. Intervene when suspicious or abnormal behavior is observed or reported, and stop, question, and detain persons when reasonable suspicion exists.

LVHN has been ranked among the 'Best Hospitals' by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We offer a collaborative, mission-driven environment with opportunities to grow within a Magnet-designated health system.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
1 year Security, Law Enforcement, Corrections or Military experience, or graduation from a Law Enforcement academy
Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions
Knowledge of LVHN Emergency codes and response protocols
Ability to troubleshoot access control and alarm systems
Ability to demonstrate proper use of security equipment
Valid Pennsylvania Driver's License upon hire
BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) within 90 days; CHSO - Certified Healthcare Security Officer Basic Level (IAHSS) within 90 days; BCCM - Basic Comprehensive Crisis Management within 90 days

Responsibilities

Helps mitigate threats to the safety and security of all staff, patients, visitors, and their property within the facility, as well as LVHN property
Intervenes when suspicious or abnormal behavior is observed or reported, and stops, questions, and detains persons when reasonable suspicion exists
Conducts both internal and external patrols of the hospital, satellite clinic, parking lots and grounds, and reports on security and safety hazards
Maintains and operates vehicles and shuttles in a safe manner; ensures proper working condition and cleanliness of all vehicles
Conducts initial inquiries for both administrative and potential criminal complaints and reports findings
Responds to all coded alarms and performs security escorts when requested
Assists with evacuations in emergency situations requiring strength, stamina, and flexibility
Maintains a high level of visibility to serve as a deterrent to undesirable activity and to be readily available to provide assistance to anyone in need

Benefits

Be part of an exceptional health care experience at a nationally recognized health network
Part of a Magnet(tm) hospital team, honored five times for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes
Access to a forward-thinking organization with plenty of opportunity to do great work
Work in a system where four hospitals have received an 'A' grade in patient safety from The Leapfrog Group