POSITION SUMMARY :

Provides security for patients, employees, and visitors; initiates appropriate investigation and follows up. Protects hospital buildings, assets and premises as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following duties :

Patrol assigned areas, monitoring the facility and activity to provide a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors and staff.

On a daily workday basis, take part in pre shift and post shift briefings to remain current and up to date with recent security events and incidents.

Actively participate in this exchange of information at the beginning and completion of each tour of duty.

Document daily activity and security responses during a work shift through the use of a thorough and complete daily activity log.

Respond to requests for Security to resolve emergency situations, investigate suspicious activity, de-escalate volatile situations and take appropriate action as directed by Security Department supervisory personnel, the Nursing Supervisor or the Administrator on-call for the hospital.

Investigate, document and resolve security related incidents. Report abuses of hospital equipment or property to the proper authority.

Complete and maintain records, notes, incident reports and other documents related to Security Department activity.

Respond to all intra-facility specialized alarms and Condition Codes as may be required.

Conduct regular security checks / audits of Penn Medicine / Lancaster General Health (LGH) properties and grounds during non-business hours.

Monitor all hospital premises, grounds and parking facilities for security concerns and any potential safety hazards.

Monitor all parking areas and associated traffic flow on Lancaster General property.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS : The following duties are considered secondary to the primary duties listed above :

Make appropriate recommendations to Security Supervisors and management on methods to effectively improve the Security function.

Create and participate in crime prevention initiatives in a team effort to pro-actively address security related issues or problems before they occur.

Other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

High school diploma or equivalent.

Must complete the International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety Basic Certification Program within one year of employment.

Must possess a valid State drivers license.

Must complete PPCI PATH, OCAT, and Defensive Tactics within six months of employment.

Must complete Crisis Prevention Institution (CPI) Level 4 - Advanced Physical Skills training within six months of employment.

Must complete basic CPR / AED certification within six months of employment.

Ability to interact with a wide variety of people from many diverse cultures and backgrounds.

Ability to function effectively within a team environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Ability to read a variety of books, magazines, instructions, atlases, and encyclopedias.

Ability to communicate distinctly with appropriate pauses and emphasis; correct pronunciation (or sign equivalent) and variation in word order;

using present, perfect, and future tenses.

Benefits At A Glance :

PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH offers the following benefits to employees :

Tuition Assistance at The Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences

• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Shift, Weekend and On-Call Differentials
• Health, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Retirement Savings Account with Company Matching
• Child Care Subsidies
• Onsite Gym and Fitness Classes

Disclaimer

PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTHis an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.

Last updated : 2024-05-19