Healthcare Safety and Security Officer Varied Shifts

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University Hospital – UMC Address: 530 South Jackson Street, Louisville, KY 40202. Shift: 6a-6p/6p-6a or 7a-7p/7p-7a. UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.

• Observe and remain vigilant for signs of crime, disorder, hazard, and unusual activity.
• Patrol on foot, bicycle, or via a vehicle to check for unsafe conditions, blocked entryways, security violations, mechanical problems, and unauthorized individuals.
• Sound alarms or call for police, fire department, or EMS in case of fires, medical emergencies, criminal activities, or presence of unauthorized persons.
• Respond to incidents such as fire, medical emergency, bomb threat, flooding, water discharge, elevator emergency, hazardous materials, or inclement weather with calm urgency.
• Provide customer service to UofL Health by carrying out safety and security procedures, site‑specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter.
• Orally and physically de‑escalate individuals and situations, as needed.
• Inspect all security devices and firecontrol equipment.
• Screen patients, visitors, and employees to expedite their admission to the facilities.
• May also include patient escort, patient watch, provide safety escort, assist and/or transport deceased to morgue.
• Must be able to use respiratory protection equipment and tight‑fitting respirators according to OSHA standards.

• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
• UofL Health will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws and UofL Health standards.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
• A valid unrestricted driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.
• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures, and standards of conduct.
• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to always maintain confidentiality.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Must be at least 18years of age.
• Verifiable High School Diploma or GED (Certificates of Completion not acceptable).
• Must successfully complete the UofL Health – Safety, Security, and Emergency Preparedness Training program.
• Must have a valid unrestricted driver’s license (for driving positions only).

• Observe and remain vigilant for signs of crime, disorder, hazard, and unusual activity.
• Patrol on foot, bicycle, or via a vehicle to check for unsafe conditions, blocked entryways, security violations, mechanical problems, and unauthorized individuals.
• Orally and physically de‑escalate individuals, as needed.
• Inspect all security devices and firecontrol equipment.
• Screen members, visitors, and client employees to expedite their admittance to the facility.
• Respond to incidents of fire, medical emergency, bomb threat, flooding, water discharge, elevator emergency, hazardous materials, or inclement weather with calm urgency.
• May also include patient escort, patient watch, provide safety escort, assist and/or transport deceased to morgue.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats.
• Ability to critically think through complex patient situations, process improvements, evidence‑based practice, and emergency situations.
• Basic understanding of computers to operate surveillance cameras, door access systems, fire alarm systems, intrusion alarms, and panic alarms.
• Must be able to prepare reports.

• Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times.
• Maintains confidentiality and always protects sensitive data.
• Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines.
• Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members.
• Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff, and the broader health care community.