Security Officer-Per Diem - EvergreenHealth : Job Details

Wage Range: $25.00 - $38.23 plus per diem premium Position covers multiple EvergreenHealth Locations (Kirkland - Monroe - Redmond)

The Security Officer position is very kinetic, affording officers the opportunity to be physically active in both indoor and outdoor activities. Security Officers new to Healthcare Security will learn transferable skills in communication, team coordination and safety, making it an excellent choice for those considering careers in Law Enforcement, Corrections or Healthcare Security Management.

Job Summary: Performs a variety of duties involving safety, security, emergency management, and related activities. Patrols buildings and grounds, monitors parking and traffic, responds to and investigates security incidents, and assists and interacts with patients, visitors and staff as appropriate.

Primary Duties

• Provides security for the hospital's patients, visitors, staff and employees, enforces rules against both employees and non-employees, protects hospital property and responds to requests for service and emergency codes.
• Conducts preventative security and safety patrols throughout buildings and grounds. Locks and unlocks doors following established procedures. Maintains alertness for unusual or abnormal conditions or suspicious activities. Observes unauthorized persons and notifies supervisor or police appropriately.
• Directs vehicular traffic as necessary, keeps emergency vehicle lanes clear at all times, enforces parking for patients, staff and visitors according to EvergreenHealth parking policies.
• Performs and participates in security, safety, and facilities inspections and incident investigations. Documents all questionable conditions, incidents and discrepancies and reports to management or the appropriate department for follow-up.
• Required to stay familiar and up to date with department communications, policies, procedures, guidelines, regulations and directives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

License, Certification, Education or Experience:

Required for the position: High School graduate or equivalent 1-year security or related training/experience Current Washington State Driver's license

Desired for the position: 1 year experience in Hospital Security, Police, Military Police, Correctional Officer or related field Benefit Information: Choices that care for you and your family

At EvergreenHealth, we appreciate our employees' commitment and contribution to our success. We are proud to offer the following benefits and resources for our per diem staff to help maintain and improve health and financial well-being.

• Washington Paid Sick Leave (WPSL)
• Participation in 457(b) retirement plan
• Free parking
• Cafeteria & Gift Shop Discount

* This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between EvergreenHealth and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Healthcare