Hospital Safety and Security Officer

Community First Medical Center
Chicago, IL, US
Full-time

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Safety and Security Officer performs activities necessary to the provision of a safe and secure environment for employees, patients, and visitors of the hospital and to protect the assets of Community First.

At the discretion of the Supervisor, an Officer may also be assigned to perform supervisory duties as the Officer In Charge (O.I.C.).

This opportunity is full time 6 : 30am-3pm & 2 : 00pm-10 : 30pm. weekends and holidays

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Makes rounds, inside and outside of assigned areas as scheduled.

2. Provides assistance to other security personnel, hospital employees, and escorts visitors.

3. Observes and documents the non-conformance of policies and procedures.

4. Accurately completes all paperwork as required

5. Demonstrates discretion in handling confidential information;.

6. Responds to calls from nursing and other hospital departments in a timely manner.

7. Transports patients in wheelchairs or those using assistive devices.

8. Accepts and releases patient’s valuables and lost and found items (per policy) as needed.

9. Responds to requests for additional manpower to cover shift shortages.

Community First Medical Center offers benefits to all its full-time and part-time employees : United Healthcare Medical PPO / HMO Plans MetLife Dental MetLife Vision 6 Paid Holidays Paid Time Off Company Paid Short-term & Long-term Disability Company Paid Life Insurance 401(k) Voluntary Benefits : Hospital Indemnity & Critical Illness

Requirements :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

Education and / or Experience

  • Highly prefer experience in a helathcare environment
  • High School diploma or equivalent from an accredited program required
  • Must be 21 years old+
  • Must have CPR within 90 days of hire
  • Superior interpersonal skills
  • Team Player

Community First Medical Center is an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer who is committed to cultivating diversity, equity and inclusion within all aspects of our organizations.

We stand against and prohibit discrimination in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

26 days ago
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