Security OfficerFull-Time Marion SC

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A Security Officer is responsible for protecting and serving MUSC Health Pee Dee Division patients staff and visitors in addition to monitoring and protecting facilities and assets across the Pee Dee Division. Security Officers monitor and operate access control systems security camera systems intercoms twoway radios telephones and alarm systems.

Security Officers often perform the following duties daily:

• Patrol facilities and grounds
• Provide emergency assistance and response
• Interact with patients families visitors law enforcement and correctional officers.
• Support MUSC Health staff with issues involving security and safety concerns.
• The individual must complete detailed notes based on observations conduct security investigations and interviews and write detailed reports regarding incidents and events.

Education:

• Education Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent.

Work Experience:

• Minimum One 1 year relevant experience or appropriate preferred education requirements.
• Preferred Experience in healthcare security corporate security or law enforcement.
• Licenses & Certifications Minimum Valid drivers license in the State of SC.
• Completion of IAHSS Basic Certification within six 6 months of hire. Preferred

Required Skills Knowledge and Abilities

Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism.

Must possess a strong desire and ability to provide a high level of customer service through engagement with others.

Ability to don and wear personal protective equipment such as gloves face shields goggles gowns masks powered airpurifying respirator and if necessary issued ballistic vest protection while on duty.

Ability to use radio equipment for communications.

Ability to quickly respond to emergent situations.

Skill in verbal communications especially listening and recalling information during high stress conditions.

Skill in written communications including the ability to type accurate and detailed reports efficiently recalling actions taken during emergencies and critical incidents.

Knowledge of crime prevention strategies.

Ability to detect locate and report smoke unusual odors and running water which may indicate safety problems.

Knowledge of and skill with computer systems including spreadsheets word processing email alarm systems access control software and surveillance cameras.

Knowledge of verbal and nonverbal tactics to safely deescalate individuals. Ability to use deescalation strategies trained control techniques and the application of restraints as trained. Successfully complete 16 hours verbal and physical Handle with Care Crisis Deescalation course. Must be able to successfully complete the physical components defense and restraint tactics as described in the Handle with Care Curriculum.

Knowledge of security practices used in safeguarding persons and property.

Complete MUHA Security training requirements provided by MUSC Health Pee Dee Division and appropriately perform the responsibilities of a Security Officer.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Indicate the appropriate physical requirements of this job during a shift. Note: reasonable accommodations may be made available for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. (See Handle with Care Crisis Deescalation Curriculum)

Physical Demand Level; Occasional Up to 33 of the time Frequent 3466 of the time Constant 67100 of the time

Constant requirements are to perform job functions while standing walking and sitting. Ability to bend at the waist kneel climb stairs reach in all directions fully use both hands and legs possess good finger dexterity perform repetitive motions with hands wrists elbows and shoulders. Ability to reach in all directions maintain 20/40 vision corrected see and recognize objects close at hand and at a distance work in a latex safe environment. Perform work duties indoors and outdoors with seasonal weather changes and conditions. Frequently lift and/or carry objects weighing 20 pounds unassisted and ability to lift from 36 to overhead objects or items more than 15 pounds.

Additional Job Description

MUSC Health Marion Medical Center is a 124bed acute care facility that provides complete inpatient outpatient diagnostic medical surgical and emergency care. Marion Medical Center is Joint Commission accredited and included Mullins Nursing Center a 92bed longterm care facility. We believe in the power of people to create great care. We work hard every day to be a place of healing care and connection for patients and families in the community we call home.

About Marion SC: Marion has managed to preserve its historical value and charm making it an attractive destination for both residents and visitors. With a population of around 7000 it maintains a tightknit community that takes pride in its heritage and southern hospitality. (quote from hollymelody). For more information please visit: HOME chamber (marionscchamber) Just 1 hour from Myrtle Beach SC!!

Benefits:
MUSC is a state facility therefore our fulltime positions come with the option of the State of South Carolina health and retirement benefits.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion or belief age sex national origin gender identity sexual orientation disability protected veteran status family or parental status or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications merit and business need.

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