Hospital Police Officer I in Gas City, IN at Marion Health

Job Summary

Responsible to operate comprehensive safety plans, processes, and equipment to include, but not limited to: physical security of corporate structures (on and off campus); facilitate staff, patient and visitor safety and security; respond to all emergency dispatches and security systems; trained in hazardous chemical/bioterrorism/patient decontamination response; and trained in hazmat spill response and clean-up coordination. Assumes duties for Central Monitoring staff to include police dispatch, physician answering service management, Hospital communication, and emergency communication. Operates and maintains patient valuable program and comprehensive lost and found program. May be required to manage the infant/child anti-abduction system (HUGS System), CCTV system, Hospital panic system, Hospital fire system, and emergency drills and exercises. Assist with educating staff in Hospital safety, security, and emergency procedures. Option to join the Hazmat Response and Spill Team and maintain a level of yearly training. Option to complete progressive IAHSS certifications.

Minimum Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or its equivalent.
• Successful completion of a Psychological Evaluation.
• Successful completion of Tier-I Basic Training or Tier-II Basic Training through the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA) or out of state Law Enforcement Academy and granted a waiver by the Indiana Law Enforcement Training Board.
• Valid Marion Health (MH) Police Identification Card to lawfully carry a handgun.
• Valid Indiana operator’s license and proof of insurance coverage.
• Within One (1) Year of Employment
  • Achieve and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
  • Obtain TASER X7 Smart Weapon Certification.
  • Successfully complete the Field Training Program.
  • Achieve and maintain Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Certification through the Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI).
  • Complete IS-100, 200, and 700 through the National Incident Management System (NIMS).
  • Pass a Federal Bureau of Investigation and an Indiana State Police background check granting access to the Indiana Data and Communication System (IDACS).
  • Basic Certification for Indiana Data and Communication System (IDACS).
  • Complete and maintain the International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) Basic Certification.
  • Obtain Hazardous Materials Training at an operations level either through the State of Indiana or through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

Preferred Job Requirements

• Higher Education in Security, Law Enforcement or related field.
• Basic Certification for Indiana Data and Communication System (IDACS).
• Communications/Dispatch, Security, Law Enforcement, or Military experience.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Knowledge of: Indiana Criminal & Traffic Code, Local Ordinances, applicable United States Federal Criminal Code, Patient Privacy Laws (HIPAA), Law Enforcement and Healthcare Terminology.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively and tactfully communicate with patients and their families and guests, co-workers, managers, providers and other Hospital personnel on a one-to-one basis using appropriate grammar, vocabulary and word usage.
• Excellent communication with outside agencies (i.e., other law enforcement agencies, Healthcare Facilities, and oversight agencies).
• Interpersonal skills necessary in order to carry out duties in a professional manner, as well as the ability to work well under stress.
• Ability to problem solve and work well in a team environment.
• Detailed and thorough incident reports. Reports may vary from an unsecured area to a criminal case that will be utilized in a court of law.
• Use of critical thinking skills.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn and proficiently perform computer applications related to department operations and job function.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to be discreet and protect the integrity of any confidential matter or information encountered during the performance of job duties, which includes confidential information such as law enforcement information not authorized for release to the public, confidential employee issues, and patient privacy.

Working Conditions

• Typical hospital clinical environment with frequent standing and walking.
• Work may be subject to interruptions.
• High stress environment.
• Risk for occupational exposure to blood and other potentially infectious, electrical and radiation hazards.
• Exposure to inclement weather conditions.
• Risk of bodily injury, including serious bodily injury and death.
• Works in close proximity to patients and visitors.
• Works with protected health information.
• Ability to work any shift, occasional extended hours, holidays and/or weekends based on the needs of the department.
• Occasional appearances for depositions, administrative hearings, in-services, and court.

Physical and Mental Activities, Tools and Equipment

• Able to hear radio pages, alarms and emergency vehicle warnings (Audible and Visual).
• Standing, walking, stooping, bending, lifting, pushing and pulling to perform duties in a safe manner.
• Able to physically manage combative subjects in emergency situations.
• Pursuing fleeing subjects and taking them into custody by force if necessary by utilizing techniques and procedures outlined in department standard operating procedures and applicable laws.
• Ability to carry, drag, or restrain individuals from 50 to 300 pounds and lift in excess of 50 pounds.
• Managing several different critical incidents while maintaining a professional attitude. Incidents may include large crowds, armed subjects, and subjects suffering from a mental health crisis.
• Control of emotions during periods of uncertainty.
• Operate computers and standard office equipment, vehicles, and fire equipment.
• Operate a variety of law enforcement tools (i.e., Firearms, Non-lethal devices, and mechanical restraints).
• Wear department issued body armor and duty gear that can weigh as much as thirty (30) pounds at all times when on patrol.
• Operating an emergency vehicle in various weather and traffic conditions.
• Use of various clinical restraints and tools. (i.e. Soft Restraints, Tuff-Cuffs, Posey Vests, Spit Masks).

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer: Minority/Female/Veteran/Disability.
Marion Health is a smoke-free environment.