Safety and Security Officer

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and vigilant Safety and Security Officer to join our team. If you have a passion for ensuring safety and security in a healthcare setting, we encourage you to apply.

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Employee

Regular

CC001546 LAN - Security (LMC)

Hourly

Health-21

36

3-12 hour shifts per week

• South Carolina State Health Insurance
• South Carolina State Retirement
• Competitive pay
• Paid Parental Leave
• Advancement Opportunities

Safety and Security Officer is responsible for routine patrols in and around divisional buildings, focusing on locations requiring frequent checks. Patrol buildings, check for unsafe conditions, perform fire checks, identify prowlers, vandalism, and other unusual occurrences. Make rounds of assigned areas at least three times during shifts, documenting issues in written reports and logs. Promptly respond to emergencies and engage with care team members, patients, and visitors.

Monitor alarm activations and video camera systems for current security and safety issues, investigate past incidents, and submit complete reports and recommendations to supervision. Demonstrate courteous behavior, verbal de-escalation skills, and if necessary, physical management to control situations.

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

• Ability to courteously interact with the general public and patients with behavioral health concerns or altered mental status.

• Knowledge of security methods in buildings and grounds, including de-escalation techniques.

• Ability to engage in physical confrontations with suspected offenders as needed.

A high school diploma or GED is required.

Current and valid driver’s license, minimal computer literacy, ability to work overtime as required, and a clean background check including a criminal background check.

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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