Security Officer- Cayuga Medical Center- DaysNights FLEX
Ithaca, NY - USA
Job Summary
Security Officer- Cayuga Medical Center- Days/Nights FLEX
When two established local health systems unite as one collaborative network healthcare becomes so much more. Centralus Health an affiliation of Arnot Health and Cayuga Health is focused on our regions changing needs and your wellbeing. More than a group of experienced caregivers Centralus Health is a partnership of advocates who strive to eliminate barriers to better health innovating and evolving services in our communities for enhanced holistic care close to home. Beyond clinical outcomes its strengthening community connections and setting a higher standard for quality thats exceptionally personal.
Centralus Health is central to wellness-for all of us.
Performs and leads general Security and Safety work in the protection of persons and property and the enforcement of applicable policies procedures and regulations of Cayuga Health System as well as applicable Federal State and Local laws to prevent loss due to accidents and incidents.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Protect patients visitors staff and hospital property by maintaining a visible security presence conducting interior and exterior patrols controlling facility access providing escorts and assistance monitoring for unauthorized or suspicious activity and responding promptly and professionally to security-related calls.
- Perform routine fire life-safety and security inspections of fire extinguishers exits stairwells elevators doors lighting signage grounds and other designated areas; identify hazards or deficiencies and take appropriate corrective action or promptly report concerns.
- Respond to and investigate security and safety incidents including disturbances suspected criminal activity missing persons or property vandalism accidents property damage fire alarms power failures and other emergencies; complete accurate and timely incident documentation and notify appropriate internal or external parties as required.
- Support compliance with applicable laws organizational policies and security procedures by enforcing parking and access requirements monitoring safety and security practices operating vehicles safely maintaining required security logs and communications and interacting with patients visitors staff and members of the public professionally and respectfully.
- Support facility and departmental operations by performing minor equipment troubleshooting or repairs within role competency assisting with snow and ice removal and other facility needs providing interdepartmental support maintaining required education and training and contributing to a collaborative responsive and customer-focused work environment.
Required Skills and Experience:
- Education - High School Diploma / GED
- Experience - Able to drive vehicle in all weather conditions. Minimum of one year experience involving Security preferred but not necessary. Ability to produce an accurate and well written report. Ability to work alone or as part of a team. Good people skills.
- Licensure - A clean valid NYS Drivers license. Need to possess and/or ability to obtain a New York State Security Guard License
Physical Requirements:
- This position requires the ability to assist with lifting patients. Able to stand sit and walk for long periods of time. Ability to walk up and down stairs. Good vision and hearing. Rotate and work irregular shifts. Able to work out of doors in all types of weather.
Location and Travel Requirements:
- Location: Onsite at Cayuga Medical Center- 101 Dates Drive Ithaca NY 14850
- Shift: Day/Evening/Night shifts scheduled as assigned
- Travel: 25% Travel to local locations may be requested to cover other Officers as needed
Pay Range Disclosure:
- Standard Range of $22.00 - $27.50 per hour
Centralus Health and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients providers staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity ensuring the highest levels of safety care and respect and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race religion color national origin gender (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age status as a protected veteran status as an individual with a disability or other applicable protected characteristics.
If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application pre-employment testing a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process please contact the Centralus Health Talent Acquisition team at .
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I also understand that the Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and has a drug and alcohol testing program consistent with applicable federal state and local law. I understand that after a conditional offer of employment I must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority