Armed Guard

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JOB SUMMARY :

The Security Officer Armed provides protective services for the entire hospital, the enforcement of hospital policies, parking and traffic control. A valid Texas driver license is required. Duties involve the enforcement of rules and regulations pertaining to the operation and parking of vehicles as well as the security of persons, buildings, and property on hospital premises. Work is performed under general supervision in accordance with established procedures and is evaluated on the effective implementation of hospital regulations, as well as adherence to departmental guidelines. Security is responsible for morgue duties.

JOB SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Patrols the facilities inside and outside to ensure the safety and security of the facilities,

patients, visitors and employees a minimum of three (3) times per shift.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

REQUIRED LICENSURES / CERTIFICATIONS / REGISTRATIONS :

Must possess or be able to obtain a Texas Private Security Bureau Registration as a Level III Commissioned Security Officer.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

Ability to learn the policies and procedures of both the hospital and department. Ability to learn the location of buildings, departments and offices at the hospital. Ability to react calmly and to perform physically strenuous activities in an emergency situation. Skill in courteously, effectively and tactfully assisting employees, visitors and patients.

INTERACTION WITH OTHER DEPARTMENTS AND OTHER RELATIONSHIPS :

None

PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES :

Must be able to perform moderate to heavy physical exertion. Standing and walking for long periods of time. Physically restrain patients or unruly visitors when necessary. Assist in moving patients.

ENVIRONMENTAL / WORKING CONDITIONS :

emergency 24 hours a day. Could come in contact with infectious diseases, toxic or irritant

chemicals. Must be able to work flexible hours, all shifts.

are not cooperative or even confrontational. These types of situations may result in the officer

having to defend themselves or protect others from harm.

themselves or others. Patients will be restrained utilizing patient restraints. Visitors may be

restrained utilizing department issued hand restraints.

and diseases.

UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.