Security Officer

Focused on the Future of Care We're looking for talented, passionate healthcare professionals to join the team at Memorial Health as we build the future of healthcare. If you're ready to be part of a transformative organization that puts people first, take a look at what we have to offer. Position Type: On-site Job Description Summary: Assists in maintaining the safety and security of hospital buildings, grounds, and associated personnel and visitors. Responds to requests from others for assistance with traffic control, parking, escort needs, restricted area and/or access violations, and personal safety. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values. Job Description: Education: · High school diploma or equivalent required. Licensure/Certification/Registry: · Must possess valid Illinois driver’s license and must be deemed as an acceptable driver in accordance with the MHS Fleet Safety Policy (five year MVR will be required). Must be able to operate automatic shift vehicle. Experience: · Previous experience in a security role, preferably in a hospital setting, is strongly preferred. Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Working Conditions-Physical Requirements & Atmosphere: · Possesses excellent oral/written communication and interpersonal skills. · Physical demands include walking and standing. · Exposure to weather extremes. Responsibilities • Performs physical and electronic surveillance and monitoring of hospital complex to ensure a safe and secure environment. • Must be mobile at all times when not stationed at an assigned post, with the exception of shift changes, writing reports, authorized breaks, or at a supervisor’s request, in order to ensure all areas of the hospital are being monitored properly. • Observes, monitors, and controls the activity of motorized vehicles on hospital property and sites. • Responds to hospital emergency code requests. • Responds to requests for security intervention as emergency or disruptive situations that occur on Passavant Area Hospital property. • Prepares written documentation and/or reports relating to security issues. • Receives and maintains the security of accounting department and patient valuables; delivers such items to the appropriate recipient as necessary. • Monitors heliport activity and assists with medical teams and patient transports. • Responds to requests for visitor/employee escorts to and from approved locations. • Assists in maintaining control of disruptive patients and visitors as necessary. • Serves as a back-up for others, especially during times of special needs or staff absences. • Performs other related work as required or requested. • Complete Team De-escalation training within 90 days after employment Pay Transparency $17.14 - $26.56 Additional compensation in the form(s) of participation in our annual incentive program are dependent on role. Pay is based on factors such as work experience, education, certification(s), training, skills, and competencies related to the role. Memorial Health also offers a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes paid time off, 401(k) match, and health/ dental/ vision insurance options. All benefits can be found at https://jobs.memorial.health/about/benefits/ If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete this application or participate in the hiring process, please contact askHR@mhsil.com . Requests will be handled confidentially.