Safety- Security Officer

Company: VHC Health
Location: Arlington
Posted on: June 23, 2022

Job Description:

Hourly Range: $20.00- $23.00 per hour, including shift differentials
Safety-Security OfficerLooking for a new opportunity? Virginia Hospital Center is the organization for you.We are looking a dedicated safety-security officer patrols Virginia Hospital Center facilities and property to maintain order, protect personnel, and prevent fire, theft, vandalism, illegal entry, etc. The security officer enforces Virginia Hospital Center policies and provides assistance to patients, visitors, and employees. The security officer will respond to other Security requirements of the VHC campus. As a member of the Mayo Clinic Network and a Magnet Hospital, we are dedicated to providing a safe and healthy environment for our patients and employees. Come join a hospital that dedicated to you and your career.Come join a hospital dedicated to you and your career!Virginia Hospital Center (VHC) is a 437-bed nationally recognized Hospital and teaching facility that has been delivering high quality care to the Washington, DC metropolitan area for over 75 years. VHC is a proud member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network (a national network of independent healthcare organizations), a designated Level II Trauma Center and a recognized Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. We are proud to announce that the Leapfrog Group has awarded the hospital with an 'A' grade in Hospital Safety for the 19th year in a row, achieved an Outstanding Patient Experience Award for the 10th year in a row and VHC has ranked Number 2 in Best Hospitals in the Washington, DC metropolitan area by U.S. News and World Report's 2021-2022 rankings. At VHC we are always striving to provide continued excellence and growth for our employees as well as top notch care for our patients.

• High school graduate or equivalent is preferred.
• Must have a clean police record and have a valid state driver's license and present a current copy of driving record from the Division of Motor Vehicles.
• Be in excellent physical condition, and be able to communicate verbally and in writing, in English, and get along well with others. Must be a resident of the Metropolitan area.
• Minimum of 1 year of security officer experience is desirable.
• Prior work experience involving significant customer service delivery is also desirable.
• Valid State Driver's License and Clean Driving record required.
• Virginia DCJS Unarmed Security Officer License to be obtained within 6 months of employment.
  
  • Makes frequent patrols of the hospital and grounds.
  • Monitors hallway for wheelchairs, carts, stretchers or medical equipment that appear to be blocking exits.
  • Provides appropriate response to emergency situations or calls for assistance.
  • Ensures that incident reports are prepared for unusual circumstances, such as theft, vandalism, disorderly conduct/behavior, missing property, suspicious individuals or occurrences, personal or vehicular accident. Carefully includes all medical codes and any occurrences deemed important in incident reports.
  • Collects, inventories, and releases lost and found items.
  • Operates hospital vehicle in accordance with state law.
  • Checks for security and safety problems and takes appropriate action.
  • Reports on all emergency code calls.
    
    Paid Major HolidaysGenerous Paid Time Off / VacationSick TimeHealth InsuranceDental InsuranceFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA)Health Savings Account (HSA)Health Fitness & Education Class DiscountsEmployee Wellness BenefitsHospital Discount for Employees and FamilyVHC Retirement ProgramTuition ReimbursementFree onsite parkingCommuter BenefitsCareer CoachingFamily Leave401(k) + Match

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