Safety & Security Officer - PRN - WellSpan Gettysburg Hospital - Any Shift
General Summary:
Under the general supervision of the Manager-Security Operations and the Security Supervisors, provides a safe and secure environment for, and responds to the needs of patients, employees, visitors and other customers of the System. Protects System buildings, assets and premises as assigned.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The following are essential job accountabilities:
1 Patrols buildings and premises to prevent fire, theft, vandalism, and intrusion. Patrols parking lots to ensure the safety of individuals and the security of parked vehicles. Reports all suspicious activity, parking violations and abandoned vehicles.
2 Responds to emergency situations such as accidents and injuries, fire alarms, crimes in progress and safety hazards. Provides assistance, summons proper authorities and polices area to maintain order, safety and to protect property.
3 Employs all necessary equipment to include Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) during situations that are deemed unsafe and during interactions with precaution patients.
4 Responds to inquiries for advice or assistance from employees, students, visitors, and other customers; provides physician restraint of psychiatric patients and others as needed.
5 Monitors conduct of visitors on premises; confronts unauthorized persons for questioning as needed; secures weapons and contraband.
6 Escorts personnel and visitors to parking lots and hospital buildings.
7 Notifies police in case of theft, breaking and entering or other matters requiring notification of authorities. Participates in investigations; maintains records, prepares incident reports and other documents pertinent to safety and security activities and attends hearings.
8 Conducts routine visual inspections; Reports safety and/or fire hazards or security violations.
9 Coordinates and/or responds to on site fire drills; responds to on site fire alarms and assists the responding fire department.
10 Secures and/or unlocks offices and facilities.
11 Supports the parking policy, enforcing parking regulations, providing traffic management and performing other related duties.
12 Provides administrative support for programs and policy implementation and maintenance as assigned.
13 Assists with care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies.
14 Performs Security Operations Technician duties as assigned.
15 Secures patient valuables and found property.
16 Prepares clear, concise and factual incident reports.
Department Description:
The Safety & Security Department provides a safe and secure environment in and around WellSpan Health campus locations.
About WellSpan:
WellSpan Health is an integrated health system that serves the communities of central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland. The organization is comprised of a multi-specialty medical group of more than 850 physicians and advanced practice clinicians, a home care organization, six respected hospitals, more than 15,000 employees, and 160 patient care locations. The region's only accredited Level 1 Trauma Center and Primary Stroke Center with an endovascular neurosurgery program. WellSpan is consistently recognized by IMS Health as one of the Top 100 Integrated Health Networks in the United States and has been recognized by Health Imaging and IT as one of the nation's "Top 25 Connected Healthcare Facilities." IMS Health is the leading provider of information services and technology for the healthcare industry.
The Community:
WellSpan Health facilities are located in multiple counties across south central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland, all offering an ideal living environment to match the quality of work-life balance you’re seeking. The area offers abundant outdoor and cultural activities, including restaurants, theatre, golf courses, hiking trails, water sports and historic tours. Additionally, our communities are a short drive from several, large metropolitan areas including the Baltimore/DC metro area and Philadelphia.
If you value a strong sense of community, the more palatable pace of rural living, and the convenience of a workplace close to home, you’ll realize the advantages of considering WellSpan Health as part of your future.
Minimum Education High School or G.E.D.
Minimum Experience 3 – 6 months
Pref Field Of Expertise Criminal justice, law enforcement or related field
Req Cert/Registration Must obtain Basic Security Officer Certification through IAHSS within 12 months of employment ; CPR/AED certification; Hazmat Operations; Handcuffing; OC Spray; Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (Training will be provided within 12 months of hire if needed)
Req Course(s)/Training Patient restraint in-service (Training will be provided within 12 months of hire if needed)
Strong interpersonal and communications skills
Must possess a valid driver’s license in the current state of residence. Driving record must meet requirements established by WellSpan Risk Management.