Officer II Unarmed - Clinton, United States - MEDSTAR HEALTH

Description

General Summary of Position

Job Summary:

Ensures a safe
environment for our patients, staff and visitors. Patrols hospital property,
responds to calls for assistance, and reports on conditions, objects or persons
which may impact the security and/or safety of patients, associates,
physicians, visitors, or vendors, and responds according to established
policies, procedures and regulations. Mentors and trains security staff.
Assumes charge role as needed. Officers are essential associates in a 24/7
environment and may be required to be flexible with scheduling and work
"off-shifts." May obtain and maintain State of Maryland and/or
District of Columbia Metropolitan Police Department Special Police Officer
commission to carry out duties associated with crime control and response,
designated as an Unarmed Officer, assigned, and deployed within the hospital
consistent with the limitations of the Unarmed SPO commission from Maryland
State Police or District of Columbia Metropolitan Police Department.
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Primary Duties:

Immediately responds to emergencies to provide necessary assistance to employees and customers.
Conducts designated security patrols throughout the facility as directed. May be required to patrol the hospital campus/grounds via security by foot, motor vehicle or bicycle. Controls access to and inspects packages of those leaving buildings. Reports all safety, security, and law violations.
Monitors security and appearance of lobbies, waiting areas, elevators, and entrances.
Prepares and submits reports and logs of all incidents, investigations, and activities. Maintains department records, reports, and files as required.
Proficient in and utilizes nonviolent crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to ensure staff, patients, visitors and all others remain safe, calm and respected while onsite.
Provides assistance for way-finding, parking, deliveries and other requested information for the hospital and MedStar affiliates.
Responds to security and medical code calls. Investigates incidents and accidents. Gathers information and evidence. Notifies appropriate authorities or superiors and calls for back-up assistance as necessary.
Testifies at legal proceedings, hearings and trials.
Collects and secures patient valuables and lost-and-found articles.
Monitors camera surveillance and other security technology systems as directed.
Responds to circumstances where the exercise of law enforcement authority may be required.
Assists supervisor with daily supervision of the shift to include monitoring communication center and monitoring security officers to ensure that their duties are being performed correctly. Assumes charge role as needed.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED required.
5-7 years directly related security, corrections or law enforcement experience required.
1-2 years of MedStar experience as a Security Officer I may be substituted for direct law enforcement experience.

Licenses and Certifications:

Driver's License - Endorsement P (Passenger) Valid driver's license required.
BLS - Basic Life Support BLS (CPR) certification required.
Maryland Special Police Commission preferred.
IAHSS Certification as a Security Officer preferred.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

Why MedStar Health?
At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:

About MedStar Health
MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people.

MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations. MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws. If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.