Security Officer

1w1 week ago

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health

Lebanon, US · Full-time · $38,000 – $52,000

About this role

Responsible for the safety and well-being of patients, visitors, staff, facilities and hospital property. Works Friday - Tuesday, 7:00am - 3:00pm. DH benefits start the first day of employment.

Patrols all areas of the assigned facility looking for illegal or inappropriate activity and security concerns. Proactively provides information, assistance and guidance to patients, visitors, and staff. Conducts internal and external rounds to ensure safety and security.

Assists nursing units and clinical areas with uncooperative, combative or violent patients and visitors using AVADE de-escalation techniques. Responds to security incidents, emergencies, code calls and duress alarms. Monitors parking lots, enforces policies and handles special situations like helicopter arrivals.

Investigates incidents and completes required reports and documentation. Maintains certifications in Taser, Handcuff, Pepper Gel and obtains IAHSS Basic Security Officer Certification. Completes training and physical requirements within specified timelines for ongoing role effectiveness.

Requirements

High school graduate required
Two years of related experience preferred
Direct security experience highly preferred
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record required
Must maintain Taser, Handcuff, and Pepper Gel certification
Must complete all required training and pass minimal physical requirements within 90 days of hire
Must obtain IAHSS Basic Security Officer Certification within 6 months of hire

Responsibilities

Patrol all areas of assigned facility looking for illegal/inappropriate activity and security/safety concerns
Conduct internal and external rounds/patrols to ensure safety and security of facility, property, and occupants
Respond to and investigate security incidents, ensuring all are appropriately documented
Assist nursing units with uncooperative, combative or violent patients/visitors using AVADE de-escalation techniques
Provide patient watch activities to prevent elopement or injury to self/others
Respond to emergencies, code calls, perform CPR and use AEDs
Monitor parking lots for compliance, ticket unauthorized vehicles and provide vehicle assistance
Enforce company policies and complete required reports and documents