Security Officer

Purpose of Position: To provide security for patients, visitors and employees. Protect the assets of the Hospital including the buildings and property of Falmouth Hospital. To enforce all applicable policies, rules, and regulations of the Hospital.

• Consistently provide service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and coworkers.
• Patrol hospital buildings and grounds to protect against fire, theft, illegal entry, safety regulation violations and other irregularities.
• Ensure the security and safety of hospital properties, employees, equipment and records, as well as all physical aspects of the property including parking lots and motor vehicles.
• Participate in investigations, maintain records and prepare incident reports and other documents pertinent to security activities accurately and completely.
• Investigate disturbances and, in the event of an emergency, take charge of policing to maintain order, safety and to protect property.
• Respond to emergency situations such as accidents, injuries, crimes and safety hazards. Provide assistance and summon the proper authorities.
• Respond to inquiries and assist hospital personnel; provide assistance in restraining of psychiatric patients as requested.
• Secure and unlock offices and facilities.
• Secure patient valuables and lost and found articles.
• Maintain required records and reports and files as required. Maintain department equipment and supplies.
• Attend education and in-service training programs as required.
• Practice according to entity mandatory requirements and department expectations.
• Practice with a customer service approach to all activities.
• Comply with all administrative policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate basic computer ability and appropriate interpersonal skills.
• Respond appropriately in crisis situations.
• Utilize internal and external resources for optimizing care.
• Document according to practice standards.
• Provide a secure and safe facility environment.
• Address age-specific needs of infants, toddlers, school age, adolescents, adults and older adults.
• Perform other work-related duties as requested or directed.

• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
• High school education or GED.
• 1 year prior experience as a Healthcare Security Officer preferred.
• Good writing and verbal skills with the ability to produce concise, accurate, well-written reports.
• Ability to relate to all age and ethnic groups in a courteous and professional manner.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.
• CPR (Heart Saver) certification within 4 months of starting the position.
• Management of Aggressive Behaviors (MOAB) Training within 4 months of hire and must attend MOAB training every 2 years.

32PP (16 Hours Per Week), Rotating Nights, 11p-7a, Every Other Weekend, Occasional Holidays

Falmouth Hospital Association

Massachusetts-Falmouth

FHA-Security

Hourly

23.07 - 32.09