Healthcare Security Professional

At Universal Protection Service, as a Hospital Security Officer, you will provide unarmed, uniformed security, including but not limited to:

• Foot, Shuttle or compay vehicle patrol of interior and exterior areas of assigned locations
• Observe and report suspicious activities and persons
• Write detailed narrative reports and maintain daily activity reports (DARs)
• Enforce rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and respond to emergency situations requiring security assistance
• Respond to emergency situations requiring security assistance
• Access control through an admittance process
• Screen visitors and client employees in an efficient amnner in order to expedite or bar their admittance to the Healthcare Facility
• Check for unsafe conditions, hazards, unlocked doors, security violations, and unauthorized persons
• Working knowledge of computers
• Strong public relations skills
• Candidates must be neat in appearance and present a positive public image
• Previous experience providing private security in a healthcare setting is highly advantageous.

Universal Protection Service recognizes and rewards your commitment to excellence. Our security officers enjoy advancement opportunities. 401K, a variety of medical, dental and vision options, holiday pay, training and development, and On-The-Spot recognition programs. Position Requirements

Requirements for this position include the following:

QUALIFIED SECURITY OFFICER APPLICANTS WILL MEET THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Must be able to distinguish between standard colors
• As a condition of employment, employee must successfully complete a background investigation and a post-offer/pre-employment drug/alcohol test.
• Candidates Must Also posess a Valid Drivers with no more than 4 points, Have Reliable Transportation and a Working Telephone
• Must display exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Intermediate computer skills to utilize innovative, wireless technology at client specific sites.

Essential Physical and Mental Functions

• Stand or walk constantly (for up to an entire shift) on various surfaces (tile, concrete, carpet)
• Climb stairs, ramps, or ladders occasionally during shift
• Occasionally bend/twist at waist/knees/neck to perform various duties
• Occasionally lift or carry up to 50 pounds
• Run as needed
• Constant use of both hands and arms in reaching/handling/grasping/fingering while using phone, notepad, writing reports, and other administrative tasks
• Constant use of eyes (correctable vision to normal level required) to observe, read, interact with public and co-workers, view security monitors; includes hand/eye coordination
• Read, understand and clearly speak English; constantly use speech and hearing (correctable to normal level required) in communicating with public/co-workers, giving and receiving instructions, using phones
• Work in various environments including adverse outdoor conditions such as cold, rain or heat;
• Constant mental alertness and attention to detail required while setting priorities and following up on assignments
• Must possess effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with ability to deal with all levels of personnel and the general public in a professional and effective manner; must be able to use initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines
• Must be able to frequently prepare written reports and logs in neat, legible handwriting; may require computer skills
• Must be able to read and understand all operating procedures and instructions
• Must be able to handle pressure of working with high volume general public (constantly to occasionally depending on assignment)

Division Midwest - Universal Protection Service