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CHS·Newport Medical Center · Newport, TN

Security Officer

Support StaffPart timeEvenings
✓Requirements
Licensure
✓Alaska: Security Guard license required.
✓Georgia: Completion of a 24-hour Basic Security Officer Training program approved by the Georgia Board of Private Detective & Security Agencies and Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification required.
✓Tennessee: Security Guard License required
Certifications
✓BLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required
✓License in state if required required
IAHSS - Certification As A Security Officer preferred or
Facility Security Officer Certification preferred
Qualifications
✓1-2 years of experience in security, law enforcement, or a related field required
✓Strong observational skills and attention to detail to identify potential security risks.
✓Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, visitors, and staff.
✓Ability to remain calm and take appropriate action in high-pressure situations.
✓Knowledge of security practices, procedures, and equipment operation.
✓Proficiency in writing clear and accurate incident reports.
✓Physical ability to patrol and respond to emergencies across a large facility.
0-2 years of experience working in a healthcare or hospital setting preferred
Pay for this position
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✓You’ll need
Licensure
✓Alaska: Security Guard license required.
✓Georgia: Completion of a 24-hour Basic Security Officer Training program approved by the Georgia Board of Private Detective & Security Agencies and Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification required.
✓Tennessee: Security Guard License required
Certifications
✓BLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required
✓License in state if required required
IAHSS - Certification As A Security Officer preferred or
Facility Security Officer Certification preferred
Qualifications
✓1-2 years of experience in security, law enforcement, or a related field required
✓Strong observational skills and attention to detail to identify potential security risks.
✓Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, visitors, and staff.
✓Ability to remain calm and take appropriate action in high-pressure situations.
✓Knowledge of security practices, procedures, and equipment operation.
✓Proficiency in writing clear and accurate incident reports.
✓Physical ability to patrol and respond to emergencies across a large facility.
0-2 years of experience working in a healthcare or hospital setting preferred

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About the role

Patrols all areas of the facility, clinics, and surrounding grounds to deter and detect unauthorized or suspicious activity.

What you’ll do
Patrols all areas ofPatrols all areas of the facility, clinics, and surrounding grounds to deter and detect unauthorized or suspicious activity
Investigates and documents reportsInvestigates and documents reports of suspicious activity, safety concerns, and security violations
Secures property by lockingSecures property by locking doors, windows, and gates after business hours and verifying the security of access points
Directs traffic, enforces parkingDirects traffic, enforces parking regulations, and assists with crowd control during events or emergencies
Complies with all policiesComplies with all policies and standards