Job Information
University of Washington HOSPITAL SECURITY OFFICER in Seattle, Washington
Req #: 240589
Department: UW MEDICINE PRIMARY CARE CLINICS
Posting Date: 12/02/2024
Closing Info: Open Until Filled
Salary: $25.81 - $37.48 per hour
Shift: Alternate Work Shift
Notes: As an employee you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For detailed information on Benefits for this position, click here. (https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-summary-classified-staff-greater-than-half-time-20230701_a11y.pdf)
The UW Medicine - Primary Care Clinics has an outstanding opportunity to hire a HOSPITAL SECURITY OFFICER .
WORK LOCATIONThis position will float to all Primary Care Clinic locations (Federal Way, Kent/Des Moines, and Ballard). WORK SCHEDULE
PART-TIME; 20 hours per week, Variable Shifts POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
Work to maintain security and safety through inspection of buildings and grounds
Ensure a safe, secure environment for patients, staff, and visitors in a way that promotes the healing and teaching mission of UW Medicine - Primary Care
The candidate will possess superior customer service skills, offering support and understanding in dealing with patients, staff, faculty and visitors to the medical center
Be a part of a team dedicated to supporting UW Medicine where Patients Are First DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
UW Medicine Primary Care Clinic Hospital Security Officers, under general direction, provide security work to protect life and property; enforce administrative policies, laws, and ordinances; maintain order, and prevent and investigate crime
Hospital Security Officers provide assistance and effective problem resolution for patients, staff, and visitors at the Ballard Clinic, in both patient and non-patient areas
A dynamic team committed to making continuous improvements, and to protecting and caring for our people and property PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff
Conduct preventive security and safety patrols throughout buildings and campus grounds
Respond to and investigate security incidents
Create clear and timely documentation of incident reports, investigatory interviews, and actions
Assume control of emergency situations in cooperation with medical professionals, fire/police agencies, and/or senioradministration
Serve as a member of the Fire Control Team and respond to alarms and other emergent situations
Provide escorts to patients, visitors, or staff REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
High School graduation or equivalent; possession of a valid driver's license; no previous felony convictions; AND two years of full-time college in police science or allied field; OR two years of police or campus security experience. ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Become part of our team. (https://www.uwmedicine.org/jobs) Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.