Job Details
Description
MAIN FUNCTION:
Under general supervision, performs duties to ensure the safety and security of Arnot Health patients, visitors, students and employees; applies crime risk and safety hazard prevention techniques, methods, practices, enforces applicable laws and Arnot Health policies; exercises the power of arrest as Public Safety Department employee.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
**1.Conducts regular and thorough patrols, throughout the interior and exterior of Arnot Health locations, noting all present or potential safety, fire or security hazards/ conditions, and taking such appropriate actions to correct same.
**2.Collects and compiles all information necessary to complete a variety of reports in a timely,
accurate and detailed manner.Conducts follow-up investigation on same as required.
**3.Maintains accurate digital log book entries.
**4.Maintains a thorough working knowledge of all Public Safety departmental equipment and uses all such equipment in a responsible manner.Any problem with equipment is reported promptly.
**5.Maintains a thorough working knowledge of department Standard Operating Procedures (SOP),
Policy Manual, Arnot Health Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan and Fire Manual.
**6.Responds to ALL calls for assistance.Including, but not limited to, Assistant Needed STAT, Fire
Alert, Code Teams, Rapid Response (public areas only).
**7 .Responds to and supervises all helicopter arrival/departures.
**8.Conducts monthly fire extinguisher inspections.
**9.Reports directly to the Assistant Director of Public Safety and communicates all pertinent
information in a timely and efficient manner.
**10.Acts as a visible representative of Arnot Health, assists all patients, visitors and employees
in a prompt, courteous and professional manner. Officer will display a neat, well-groomed appearance and wear proper uniform at all times.
**11.Directs unauthorized persons away from premises.
**12.Provides security and escort services when requested.Including but not limited to safety escorts,
"direct observations", and Mental Health and Hygiene or Alcohol and Substance abuse patient
escorts to court proceedings.
**13.Enforces parking policy.
**14.Completes at least one (1) safety round per shift, inclusive of the main hospital and grounds, and
all other on-campus buildings.
**1 5 .Performs scheduled locks/unlocks, as well as locks/unlocks upon request.
**16.Successfully completes the following training programs:
- Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation
- International Association of Healthcare Safety & Security (IAHSS-Basic)
- Crisis Intervention (PMCS)
- Handcuffing
- Oleoresin Capsicum
- OSHA Hazmat for the First Receiver
**17.Attends additional in-service classes as assigned.
**18.Is willing and able to work any day or shift as required.
**19.Abides by all Arnot Health and departmental policies, rules and regulations.
**20.Officer is responsible to maintain a current NYS Security Guard License, including
attending an 8 Hr. Annual In-service course each year and any applicable renewal fees and paperwork.
- Is responsible for attending all annual mandatory educational programs as required by position.
**22.Employee understands and demonstrates the importance of satisfying the needs of the customer/patient by interacting with him/her in a friendly and caring way, being attentive to the customer's needs, both psychologically and physically, and by taking the initiative to maintain communication with the customer in order to provide a secure and pleasant experience with Arnot Health.
**23.It is understood that this lists typical duties for the classification and is not to be considered
inclusive of all duties which may be assigned.
EDUCATION:High school graduate or equivalency. Current valid license as a NYS Security Guard required.
EXPERIENCE: Six months to one year desired, preferably in a healthcare setting.
CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR) REQUIREMENTS: Provider CPR required within 90 days of hire date.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/OTHER:Must be in good physical condition, able to stand or walk a major portion of their tour in a variety of weather conditions.Able to climb steps and ladders.Ability to lift heavy objects (required minimum of 40 lbs.).Mature personality with some decision making ability, able to effectively maintain order if a disturbance occurs.Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Clean and valid Driver's License required.
EXPOSURE CATEGORY: Category II.Tasks that involve no exposureto blood, body fluids, or tissue But employment may require performing unplanned Category I task.
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