JOB SUMMARY

At Houston Methodist, the Security Officer position is responsible formaintaining a safe and secure environment for patients, staff and visitors by patrolling and monitoring hospital premises and personnel. This position provides assistance with personal protection, traffic control and emergency response services. The Security Officer position may employ Houston Methodist-approved defensive tactics to ensure patient, staff and visitor safety.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Job responsibilities labeled EF capture those duties that are essential functions of the job.

PEOPLE – 25%

• Maintains high customer satisfaction while providing the highest level of safety and security to patients, visitors, staff and assets. (EF)
• Uses professional telephone etiquette. Communicates effectively with management and coworkers on tasks, processes and procedures. (EF)
• Actively responds to requests for personal security coverage, assistance with directions, information and guidance. (EF)
• Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Conducts self in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity, equity and inclusion principles. Contributes towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement, i.e. peer-to-peer accountability. (EF)

SERVICE - 25)%

• Secures premises and personnel by patrolling facilities; monitoring surveillance cameras; monitoring access points permitting entry as needed, which may include morgue area. (EF)
• Responds to all radio dispatches, answers calls and complaints and accurately assesses, responds timely, provides appropriate assistance and makes recommendations as needed for all emergent situations. (EF)

QUALITY/SAFETY - 30%

• Accurately communicates and/or generates and completes reports by recording occurrences, information, observations, surveillance activities and conducting witness interviews. (EF)
• Responds immediately to all emergency codes and takes appropriate action. (EF)
• Maintains a safe environment, following all policies and procedures for safety, hazardous material, emergency preparedness and HIPAA. (EF)

FINANCE - 10%

• Prevents loss and damage by reporting irregularities, informing violators of policy and procedures. (EF)
• Utilizes and maintains HM and department equipment according to manufacturer specifications. (EF)
• Utilizes resources with cost effectiveness and value creation in mind. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, assisting coworkers as needed. (EF)

GROWTH/INNOVATION – 10%

• Implements actions that promote workplace safety culture and proactively prevents workplace violence. (EF)
• Supports hospital and department goals and offers innovative solutions through participation in department projects. Assumes responsibility for self-growth and development by participating in in-services programs and continuing education. Ensures
• own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an on-going basis. (EF)

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

o High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

o Criminal justice, security or related experience preferred

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED

o Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Private Security Registration non-commissioned Security Officer – submission of application within 14 days of hire date, and obtained within one year of employment or Commissioned Level 3 or Commissioned Personal Protection Officer Level 4 licensure

o International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS) Basic, Advanced or Supervisor Level Certification within 90 days of hire NOTE: Current Houston Methodist employees have until June 17, 2022 to obtain IAHSS Basic, Advanced or Supervisor level Certification

o Valid Texas Driver's License, or must obtain Texas Driver’s license within 90 days of hire

o Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI) Certification within 60 days of hire

o American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

o Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations

o Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security

o Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles

o Must have the ability to multi task and function calmly in stressful situations

o Must possess strong customer service skills

o Proficient computer skills including, but not limited to, knowledge of Microsoft Office software and Webmail

o Knowledgeable of all Public Safety Policies and Procedures

o Understand HIPAA and Patient confidentiality compliance

o Demonstrates emergency preparedness knowledge

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Work Attire Yes/No

Uniform Yes

Scrubs No

Business professional No

Other (dept approved) No

On-Call* No

Travel**

May require travel within Yes

Houston Metropolitan area

May require travel outside No

of Houston Metropolitan area

**Travel specifications may vary by department.

Please note any other special considerations to this job: _________________________