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Dignity Health Security Officer in Chandler, Arizona
Overview
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Chandler Regional Medical Center is a 429 bed non-profit facility providing quality health care to patients and communities in and around Chandler, Arizona. We are part of CommonSpirit Health which operates 139 hospitals and more than 1,000 care sites across 21 states, making our services accessible to nearly 1 in 4 U.S. residents.
If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us.
For the health of our community ... we are proud to announce that we are a tobacco-free campus
Responsibilities
As our Security Officer at Chandler Regional Medical Center, you will monitor buildings and grounds on the property to ensure the safety and security of employees, patients, and other visitors.
Every day you will monitor the property by walking and driving around the premises. Your security detail could include guarding facility and unit access points, monitoring surveillance cameras, testing new security technology, and protecting all employees/visitors against acts of violence should they arise.
To be successful in this role, you’ll need the ability to remain calm and take action based on the situation, known facts, and understand the position limitations. You are also expected to respond to emergency codes in a timely manner. Previous experience in security/patrol in a healthcare setting is preferred.
Maintains a comprehensive inspection test and maintenance program for all security physical and electronic measures. Follows up on pending security issues.
Implements requirements of the Security Management Plan. Manages and coordinates responses to critical incidents. Monitors and documents actual and potential security breaches.
Monitors existing security systems and technologies for possible security leaks or fraud.
Conducts ongoing security orientation and training of assigned staff and may serve as Field Training Guard.
Conducts routine safety patrols of assigned areas reporting safety and security issues within those areas.
Conducts access control and provides escorts for visitors to secure areas.
Responds to calls for Security presence within the Emergency Department and assists staff as requested.
Provides helipad and landing security.
Dignity Health now offers an Education Benefit program for benefit-eligible employees after 180 days. This program provides debt relief and student loan assistance to help you achieve your goals. Full-time employees can receive up to $18,000 over five years, while part-time employees can receive up to $9,000.
Qualifications
Minimum:
Six (6) months experience as a Security Officer involving extensive public contact.
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Valid State Drivers License with satisfactory DMV report upon hire and annually
American Heart Association-issued BLS card within 60 days of hire.
Preferred:
One (1) year experience as a security officer involving extensive public contact.
Completion of college level education courses in Criminal Justice
International Association of Healthcare Security Services (IAHSS) Basic course within 90 days of employment and IAHSS Advanced course within six months of employment.
Pay Range
$18.00 - $20.38 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.