Location:
Geisinger Medical Center (GMC)
Shift:
Rotation (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
20
Worker Type:
Regular
Exemption Status:
No
Job Summary:
Responsible for maintaining safety and security for an assigned area. Maintains
safety and security of patients, visitors, and employees; conducts routine
patrols of assigned areas to keep property and persons free from risk; meets the
qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range on their
assigned area. Responds to emergencies, fire alarms, hazardous material
incidents. Deals with conflict, confrontation, and stressful situations on a
routine basis. Performs both foot patrol and vehicle patrol of facilities and
grounds. Must be physically able to provide the essential services of the
position.
Job Duties:
* Conducts routine patrols on foot or by car of assigned areas; enforces
hospital rules of conduct; is aware of unauthorized persons, unusual physical
factors, and mechanical malfunctions; reports or resolves problems, as
appropriate; completes detailed written shift reports as required; may carry
a watch tour clock or similar device to record the patrol of a designated
area.
* Directs firefighting activities; inspects buildings for fire and safety
hazards; enforces fire and safety rules; participates in fire drills and fire
and safety programs for employees; works cooperatively with local fire
departments.
* Directs traffic on hospital property; enforces traffic and parking
regulations; assists patients, visitors, and employees with vehicle problems
per policy and training.
* Provides routine escort and emergent delivery services to campus facilities.
* Participates in orientation of new employees and students in fire, safety,
and security policies; trains in fire fighting techniques and use of
equipment.
* Locks all doors, in designated areas, after regular business hours; unlocks
doors at the start of business hours.
* Operates security technology equipment including; personal computers, CCTV
systems, fire alarm system, access control systems, security alarm systems,
and radios.
* Performs emergency and hazardous material response services in accordance
with training, policy and equipment capabilities.
* Performs security and emergency services related to site emergency management
plans.
* Trains in relation to Hospital Emergency Incident Command System job roles.
* Performs set up duties related to Emergency Operations Center.
* Investigates employee, visitor, and patient complaints; works cooperatively
with local police departments and authorities.
* Completes detailed reports on incidents, thefts, losses.
* Responds to requests for assistance involving patients in the assigned
locations; assists in locating patients; assists Life Flight with unloading
patients and equipment, as necessary.
* Coordinates and performs prisoner escort duties consistent with protocol.
* Assists and directs patients and visitors to areas within the Medical Center;
furnishes information, as requested; may provide assistance to handicapped,
wheelchair, and elderly persons upon arrival and departure from the Medical
Center; assures an adequate supply of wheelchairs at the hospital entrance.
Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all
organization policies and procedures. Additional competencies and skills
outlined in any department specific orientation will be considered essential to
the performance of the job related to that position. The specific statements in
this profile are not intended to be all inclusive. They represent typical
elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.
Position Details:
This posting reflects an opening for a Security Officer I and we are seeking
candidates for that position. Geisinger reserves the right to consider
applicants for higher levels of this role to include Security Officer II and
Security Officer III based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We
encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
Make a Real Impact in Healthcare—Join Our Security Team
At Geisinger, security is about more than protecting buildings—it's about
protecting people. As a Security Officer I, you'll help create a safe, welcoming
environment for patients, visitors, and employees so they can focus on what
matters most: exceptional care and healing.
If you're dependable, service-oriented, and thrive in a role where no two days
are alike, we invite you to join our team. From assisting patients and visitors
to responding to safety concerns and supporting hospital operations, you'll make
a meaningful difference every day.
Geisinger is proud to offer a Security Officer I a $16.24 minimum hiring rate
with increased rates for experienced individuals and up to $2 shift
differentials for evening, nights, and weekend shifts!
* Hours: Part Time, 20 hours per week, Rotation (3pm-11:30pm)
* Weekends and Holidays rotation
* Required Experience: High School Diploma or GED and valid Driver's License
* Preferred Experience: One (1) year of related experience
Geisinger cares about not only its patients and members but also about you and
your family. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to ensure
that you and your loved ones can maintain good health, achieve financial
stability, and excel both personally and professionally. We believe in creating
a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic
selves. To learn more: https://jobs.geisinger.org/diversity
[https://jobs.geisinger.org/diversity]
Benefits of working at Geisinger:
* Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
* Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area
employees and dependents
* Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending
accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)
* Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability
coverage
* 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
* Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
* Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
* MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a
financial incentive
* Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental
leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted
backup care for your loved ones
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet
care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support,
digital self-help tools and more.
* Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity
insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal
insurance
Education:
High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required)
Experience:
Minimum of 1 year-Related work experience (Required), -Security, Military,
Police (Preferred)
Certification(s) and License(s):
Valid Driver's License - Default Issuing Body
Skills:
Communication
OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our
members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.
* KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated
ourselves.
* EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
* LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better
prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
* INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients,
our members, our community, and the nation.
* SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the
Geisinger family.
We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one,
including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, we
encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality.
We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes
our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety
of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier
for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer
and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.