Job Description

The Security Officer/Driver patrols and maintains surveillance of the Hospital, both internally and externally, to ensure the physical safety of our employees and the patients we serve. The Security Officer/Driver additionally services patients, visitors, and staff through verbal interaction and vehicular transportation. The percentage of time spent in each capacity varies according to days and shifts worked, as well as shuttle and transportation needs.

Security Officer (35 - 85%)

• Patrols internal and external building: hallways, secure and open doors, patrol parking areas

Driver (35 - 85%)

• Operates shuttle service to and from the University of Chicago (Hourly shuttles between 7:30am - 5:30pm, weekdays only and excluding holidays). Also provides US Postal pick-up (weekdays only and excluding holidays)
• Provides special transportation services: patient transports to off-site healthcare facilities, donation pick-up, vehicle maintenance, and various trips as requested

Information Desk Operations (10%)

• Greets and directs visitors
• Issue visitor's passes
• Communication command station for Security and Transportation Drivers
• Triage Emergency Room patients
• Monitors life safety systems
• Answers Incoming Calls
• Internal Paging
• Maintains presence as primary attendant console lunch/break

Camera and door surveillance equipment (5%)

• View Camera monitor and change tape
• Inspection Door printouts

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED Required
• Customer Service background. Prefer at least two years experience as a Security Officer in healthcare environment
• 20-hour basic Security Training Program Certification (Certification waived for current/previous Security/Law Enforcement Officers)
• Valid State Driver's License - No major driving violations in past year
• Must maintain valid driver's license while employed in this position
• Knowledge of basic security operation

Additional Information

La Rabida Children’s Hospital is very proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

La Rabida is a place unlike any other. We understand the needs of families with children dealing with the most serious or complicated of conditions. With teams of the best healthcare providers in Chicago, we give continuous, comprehensive care, education, and support, helping families face their unique obstacles head-on.

La Rabida Children’s Hospital is very proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.