Security Guard - Phoebe Worth

Company: Phoebe Putney Health System
Location: Albany
Posted on: January 15, 2022

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY

* Provide security for patients, employees, and visitors; protect hospital buildings, assets, and premises as assigned.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

* Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines
* Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization
* Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures
* Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs)
* Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
* Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.
* Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.
* Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver's License and meet auto insurability requirements as approved by Phoebe Putney Health System's insurance company.

WORKING CONDITIONS

* General environment: Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels.
* May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
* May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids, or infectious organisms.
* May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
* Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
* Long-distance or air travel as needed - not to exceed 10% travel.
* May be scheduled as needed including overtime

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

* High School Diploma or GED (Required)

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

* 2 - 3 years Experience in a Healthcare Security assignment and / or Law Enforcement Field, or further background equivalent with guard service company or military police. (Required)

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES

* Required Certifications/Licensures: CPR (obtain within 6 months if individual does not have upon hire), (CHSO) Certified Healthcare Security Officer within 6 months of hire

GENERAL SKILLS

* Organizational Skills
* Communication Skills
* Interpersonal Skills
* Customer Relations
* Mathematical
* Analytical
* Grammar / Spelling
* Read / Comprehend Written Instructions
* Follow Verbal Instructions
* Basic Computer Skills
* Microsoft Office Suite
* Physical abilities necessary to respond to hostile and distraught individuals/fire/emergencies/patient restraints, which may involve the evacuation of affected personnel during emergency situations.
* Ability to run 100 yards at any given time.
* Must be physically fit.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

* Have near normal hearing - Hear alarms/telephone/tape recorder/normal speaking voice
* Have near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors
* Have good - manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination
* Ability to perform - repetitive tasks/motion

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

* Standing - Continuously within shift (67-100%)
* Walking - Continuously within shift (67-100%)
* Sitting - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
* Climbing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
* Bending/Stooping - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
* Twist at waist - Continuously within shift (67-100%)
* Pushing/Pulling - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
* Reaching above shoulder - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
* Lift/carry > 50 lbs with assistance - Frequently within shift (34-66%)

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