LVHN-Schuylkill * Security
700 E Norwegian St, Pottsville, PA
Professional Non-Clinical
Full Time 37.5 hours, Multiple Shifts, Various shifts including weekends and holidays
Posted 04/14/2021
Req # 26377
Union: N/A
Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.
Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.
LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.
Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.
Job Summary: Provides security for hospital property; assist patients, visitors and staff with directions and/or escorts; perform routine indoor and outdoor patrols of assigned facilities (on foot and in vehicle); respond to routine and emergency calls for assistance, e.g. fire alarms, gas alarms, door alarms, patient elopements, etc.; assist staff with violent or agitated patients; assist staff with safe patient restraint; maintain peace by engaging agitated or violent visitors; provide first aid to those in need; provide additional security measures for safety of VIPs and unique patients; perform required locking and unlocking of mechanical or electronic doors; observe and report unsafe conditions; ensure unauthorized persons are not in restricted areas; collect, inventory and secure valuables, medications, or lost items when appropriate and complete the necessary documentation; type incident reports describing actions taken during shift; coordinate with police, fire and EMS personnel when they are on campus; assist Office of Emergency Management during natural or manmade disasters; perform traffic control duties; enforce parking regulations through education, issuing warnings or parking tickets (sworn personnel); provide motor vehicle assistance to staff or visitors, i.e. jump start vehicles; any and all other duties assigned.
Minimum Requirements: High School Degree
Min. 1 yr. healthcare security or law enforcement experience required.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to work independently and with frequent interruptions; knowledge and understanding of security and parking systems; physical condition permitting frequent walking, occasional running or struggling with an aggressive person; ability to operate PCs and tablets; must be capable of delivering excellent customer service to patients, visitors and staff. Applicant will be subject to Trustworthiness and Reliability background checks in compliance with 10 CFR Part 37 for the ?Physical Protection of Category 1 and Category 2 Quantities of Radioactive Material.? Additionally, applicant will acquire and maintain T&R certification and security clearance as a necessary component of this position.
Preferred Qualifications: Associate's Degree
Current or previous Act 120 or Act 235 certification preferred.
Licensure and Certifications: Licensure not required. Applicant will be subject to Trustworthiness and Reliability (T&R) background checks in compliance with 10 CFR Part 37 for the ?Physical Protection of Category 1 and Category 2 Quantities of Radioactive Material.? Additionally, applicant will acquire and maintain T&R certification and security clearance as a necessary component of this position. -Valid PA drivers license
Influenza vaccination and COVID-19 Vaccination is required for all colleagues unless medically contraindicated or due to a bona fide religious belief or practice. Applicants possessing a medical marijuana card will not be considered for safety sensitive positions.
Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.
