Security Guard/Cleet Cert in Altus, Oklahoma at Jackson County Memorial Hospital Authority

Shift: Day, Evening, Night, 7a-7p, 7p-7a

Job Summary: Promotes and exemplifies the goals of Jackson County Memorial Hospital. Consults with and keeps the Safety and Security Director informed of activities, needs and problems in assigned areas. Protects life and property of all persons on Jackson County Memorial Hospital premises and patrols Jackson County Memorial Hospital buildings and grounds to prevent fire, theft and vandalism. Secures Jackson County Memorial Hospital buildings. Responds to security needs of Jackson County Memorial Hospital personnel.

Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas:

• Council on law enforcement and training “Cleet”
• Provide proper restraint of unruly patients and visitors.
• Proper use of self-defense where needed.
• Knowledge of searching building, rooms, grounds and lockers with proper documentation completed.
• Arrest authority under Title 22 Section 187, 202, 203, 205, 206: Citizen arrests (only type of arrest that may be made by a security guard).
• Thoroughly patrols building and grounds of Jackson County Memorial Hospital to determine level of security according to schedule.
• Courteously questions all persons on Jackson County Memorial Hospital premises after visiting hours, who are not authorized for access. Demonstrates good judgement in routing appropriately, or detaining, all unauthorized persons.
• Courteously escorts visitors, patients and personnel to and from parking areas in a timely manner.
• Assists motorists who become stranded on Jackson County Memorial Hospital property.
• Performs assigned duties both drills and actual emergencies.
• Thoroughly investigates incidents of unusual circumstances reported by Jackson County Memorial Hospital personnel, visitors, physicians or patients and reports all incidents, verbally or through general incident form, by the end of each shift.
• Writes accurate incident reports and documents investigating steps and results. Only uses objective data and clear, concise language in reports.
• Demonstrates good judgement in responding to emergency calls for assistance to control disorderly conduct or combative patients.
• Courteously responds to any inquiries made by patients, visitors or personnel displaying positive interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates good judgement and maintains confidentiality while using electronic security equipment (closed-circuit television, alarms, etc.).

Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas:

• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles and growth and development over the life span. He/she shall be able to identify each patient’s age-specific needs and promote a secure environment needed by the patient group including pediatric – interpretation of non-verbal communications, infant/child security measure and geriatric – awareness of physical hazards.
• Secures all Jackson County Memorial Hospital doors at the specified hour and unlocks all appropriate Jackson County Memorial Hospital doors at the prescribed hours.
• Enforces all Jackson County Memorial Hospital policies as assigned by Administration and the Security Officer.
• Observes all motor vehicle laws while operating vehicles.
• Is knowledgeable of and enforces all federal, state and local laws as well as all Jackson County Memorial Hospital policies and procedures.
• Understands and demonstrates good judgement while following the proper guidelines for the use of force.
• Complies with Jackson County Memorial Hospital and Security Department policies and procedures.
• Continually uses time to department’s best advantage, filling in with additional projects, monitoring video screens, etc.

Education/Regulatory Requirements & Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• One-year previous acceptable experience in law enforcement or security preferable.
• Must maintain a current valid Oklahoma Driver’s license.
• Previous work history that demonstrates steady attendance and punctuality is required.

Language Skills:

• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.

Physical Demands:

• For physical demands of position, including vision, hearing, repetitive motion and environment, see following description. Near visual & hearing acuity required to perform essential duties of position.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising client care.

FREQUENTLY USUALLY OCCASIONALLY INFREQUENTLY N/A

(at least 50%) (25 – 49%) (10 – 24%) (10%)

1 Standing/Walking .......................................... X

2 Sitting ............................................................ X

3 Twisting......................................................... X

4 Lifting/Carrying ............................................. X

5 Pushing/Pulling.............................................. X

6 Climbing (ascending/descending

ladders/stairs).......................................... X

7 Bending/Stooping .......................................... X

8 Using arm muscles frequently or for

extended periods..................................... X

9 Using leg muscles frequently or for

extended periods..................................... X

10 Using back muscles frequently or for

extended periods..................................... X

11 Potential for wound care or invasive

procedures .............................................. X

HOW OFTEN ARE THESE WEIGHTS LIFTED OR CARRIED?

FREQUENTLY USUALLY OCCASIONALLY INFREQUENTLY N/A

(at least 50%) (25 – 49%) (10 – 24%) (10%)

2 – 10 Pounds............................................... X

11 – 20 Pounds.............................................. X

21 – 30 Pounds.............................................. X

31 – 40 Pounds.............................................. X

41 – 50 Pounds.............................................. X

50 Pounds or more ........................................ X

DOES THE JOB REQUIRE?

FREQUENTLY USUALLY OCCASIONALLY INFREQUENTLY N/A

(at least 50%) (25 – 49%) (10 – 24%) (10%)

Working in hot, cold or wet surroundings..... X

Working outdoors ......................................... X

Working with or near chemicals.................... X

Working near radiation sources..................... X

Working near fumes...................................... X

Working with hazardous waste materials...... X

Operating vehicles or machinery................... X

Using hand tools or power tools.................... X

Wearing protective clothing and

equipment............................................... X