Job Information
Logan Health Security Guard in Kalispell, Montana
Job Description Summary:
This position monitors premises, facilities and other areas to prevent theft, violence and
infractions of rules. Secures and protects facility in case of fires, natural disasters or
other hazardous events. Responds to code calls and provides assistance with the monitoring of patients of concern.
Qualifications:
Minimum of one (1) year’s previous security or law enforcement experience preferred.
Must meet Montana State Security Officer licensing requirements and successfully obtain license within thirty (30) days of hire.
Current MT driver license required.
Must possess a good driving record clear of moving violations in the past five (5) years and no major driving offenses (DUI, etc.).
Heartsaver CPR certification required.
Experience and/or training in a Health Care environment preferred.
Knowledge and understanding of basic security and fire inspection procedures.
Experience working with Microsoft standard business applications preferred.
Job Duties:
*Patrols hospital premises in an effort to prevent fire, theft, vandalism and illegal entry. Regularly examines doors, windows and gates for security and to identify suspicious activity.
*Interacts with hospital staff of all divisions. Escorts personnel, patients and/or visitors to and from specific locations on foot or in patrol vehicle as requested.
*Responds to emergency alarms and code situations and minimizes unsafe conditions. Assists in crowd control and evacuation of hospital as required and in compliance with organizational guidelines.
*Composes reports and documents interactions as required by standard operating guidelines.
*Serves as a liaison between the hospital and local law enforcement.
*Maintains a thorough knowledge of hospital floor plan/premises including all normal and emergency entry and exit points. Performs lockdown of areas as assigned.
*Investigates and reports signs of damage or unlawful activity via written/verbal communication to the appropriate authority. Documents actions/results of all security activity.
*Confronts unauthorized or suspicious individuals for questioning and detainment. Calls for local police as appropriate.
*Ensures parking-lot security, verifies parking placards for authorized parking, maintains consistent presence in parking areas and regularly examines incoming and outgoing vehicles for suspicious activity.
*Participates in other security/safety functions as requested to include, but not limited to; trainings and drills.
*Drives the ground ambulance as required and transports documents and/or money as necessary.
*Maintains regular and consistent attendance at work as scheduled by department
leadership.
Shift:
Night Shift - 12 Hours (United States of America)
Schedule Details:
Please know schedules and shifts are subject to change based on patient care and department/organizational needs.
Schedule:
A flexible work schedule is required including possible holidays and weekend assignments when required.
Notice of Pre-Employment Screening Requirements
If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes:
Criminal background check
Reference checks
Drug Screening
Health and Immunizations Screening
Physical Demand Review/Screening
Equal Opportunity Employer
Logan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation to complete the application, testing or interview process, please notify Human Resources.