Paducah, Kentucky, USA
3 days ago
Security Officer - Lourdes Hospital
Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.

Job Summary:

Performs duties under general direction, responsible for monitoring all areas of the hospital in order to ensure a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors and associates.  Monitors parking facilities, pedestrian, and vehicular traffic in accordance with hospital policy.

Works within patient care units, facility grounds, parking facilities and other areas as assigned. Working beyond normal working hours, on weekends, and holidays, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary.  Working throughout the facility moving around intermittently throughout the shift.  Frequent interruptions. Subject to potential violent and stressful situations.

Ability to obtain and maintain prior to or after hire, certification in defensive tactics and handcuffing techniques and de-escalation programs as designated by Protective Services Management.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Must be able to:

1. Be mobile in all areas of the hospital and other facilities.

2. Recognize and respond to emergency situations involving fire, smoke, hazardous chemicals and the like.

3. Communicate via telephone and two-way radio.

4. Communicate verbally, with the patients, guests, and employees.

5. Tolerate hot/cold weather conditions.

6. Drive a car.

7. Remain on feet for extended periods of time.

8. Climb steps.

Must be able to:

1. Use basic writing skills to complete reports.


Qualifications:

Prerequisites:

High school graduate or equivalent

Valid KY Driver’s License

Must complete certification in the Use of Force program , and crisis intervention, other training as required.

Basic Life Support (BLS) through AHA (or ability to obtain and maintain after hire)

Preferer prior experience in one of the following: private, government or military security, law enforcement, corrections, military law enforcement, emergency medical service or related experience as determined by the security manager.

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

We’ll also reward your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plansPrescription drug coverageFlexible spending accountsLife insurance w/AD&DAn employer-matched 403(b) for those who qualify.Paid time offEducational AssistanceMany of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com

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