Peace Officer - The Woodlands, United States - Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital

Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital

Verified Company

The Woodlands, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

At Houston Methodist, the Peace Officer position is responsible for providing police authority by enforcing federal and state laws and city ordinances, as appropriate.

This position provides law enforcement services and assists in protecting the rights and property of individuals throughout Houston Methodist. The position must take and maintain control of disruptive individuals for arrest by local law enforcement.

The Peace Officer position must be employed by a licensed police agency and possess a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (T.C.O.L.E.) license, that will also serve as evidence of use of force training.

PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Protects the rights and property of individuals and provides law enforcement services throughout Houston Methodist.
Actively responds to requests for personal security coverage, assistance with directions, information and guidance.
Interacts with individuals in a supportive and respectful manner creating a positive work environment and contributing to a dynamic, teamfocused work unit.
Uses excellent, clear and professional communication skills to achieve mutual understanding and problem resolution, while providing the highest quality service during every patient, visitor and staff encounter.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Responds to all radio dispatches, answers calls and complaints and assesses and makes recommendations as needed for all emergent situations.
Performs duties in a designated fixedpost assignment.
Secures premises and individuals by patrolling facilities, monitoring surveillance cameras, monitoring access points and permitting entry as needed.

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Accurately communicates and/or generates and completes reports by recording occurrences, information, observations, surveillance activities and conducting witness interviews.
Maintains a safe environment, following all policies and procedures for safety, hazardous material, emergency preparedness and HIPAA.
Participates in training, drills and actual events according to policies and procedures.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Prevents loss and damage by reporting irregularities. Facilitates policies regarding restitution, as appropriate.
Utilizes and maintains HM and department equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
Selfmotivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks. Uses resources effectively and efficiently; does not waste supplies, minimizing incidental overtime, optimizing efficiency in all areas according to department specifications.

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assists and promotes a culture of workplace safety and proactively prevents workplace violence.
Supports Houston Methodist and department goals and offers innovative solutions through participation in department projects. Assumes responsibility for selfgrowth and development by participating in inservices programs and continuing education.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned.

Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

EDUCATION

Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Employed by a licensed law enforcement agency
One (1) year law enforcement experience

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

PO
Peace Officer
State Licensure
Current Texas Commission on Law Enforcement license (T.C.O.L.E.)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
Understand HIPAA and Patient confidentiality compliance
Demonstrates emergency preparedness knowledge
Proficient computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office software and Webmail.
Must be able to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and function calmly in stressful situations including handling of, or exposure to confidential/sensitive information
Ability to assess and evaluate information effectively, ability to identify critical issues quickly and accurately, attention to detail and proficiency in documentation

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE
Uniform Yes

Scrubs No
Business professional No
Other (department approved) No

ON-CALL
- _Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below._

On Call

TRAVEL:

- **Travel specific