Summary of Position:

Assumes responsibility for providing a safe and secure atmosphere for patrons and employees of the organization at the hospital campus and Malta Med Emergent Care.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

Patrols hospital buildings and grounds to deter criminal acts and to report unsafe condition as per the requirements and procedures defined in the department's policy and procedure manual.

Responds to all codes according to hospital policy. Assists in controlling disorderly/combative persons in cases of an emergency as per the hospital's code policies and procedures. During emergencies and other situations, selects priorities to be completed accordingly.

Enforces traffic and parking regulations per the parking management plan. Issues parking violations to illegally parked vehicles on hospital property as required. Provides a safe and secure environment for patients, employees, medical staff, visitors and property of organization to the extent and level defined in the department's policies and procedures. Assists motorists by making calls for those who are locked out of cars, to change tires, dead batteries, etc.

Maintains current information for valuable retention/lost and found logs; notifies individuals when lost items are located. Follows the department's procedures to secure firearms and other contraband when presented. Responds to requests for assistance within the organization, unlocking doors for authorized persons as defined in the department's procedure manual. 

Provides escort services for persons as needed. Performs requested emergency transport services for employees, lab specimens, and medical equipment.

Maintains a daily log of all activities and job functions that occur during his/her scheduled work hours. Initiates documentation of unusual circumstances, unsafe conditions, malfunctions and fire hazards. Is proficient in the usage of Hospital computerized programs including but not limited to the Access Control system and CCTV system.

Processes admissions and discharges from the morgue.

Assists with helicopter transports.

Performs watches for behavioral patients.

Other duties as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications:

High school graduate or equivalent. Minimum of one-year experience in military, law enforcement, security or closely related field. Healthcare security experience strongly preferred. In lieu of experience, an AAS degree or pursuing a degree in criminal justice or related field is then required. A valid, clean NYS driver's license is required. Must be able to obtain approval to drive under Saratoga Hospital's auto insurance. Must be 21 years of age.

Must have completed the Eight-Hour Pre-Assignment Training Course for Security Guards to obtain employment and become a registered Security Guard with the N.Y. State Division of Licensing Services within 6 months from the date of hire. Must complete TEAM Essentials & Advanced de-escalation training as well as BLS within 30 days of hire date. Must complete any other hospital training required.