Officer Unarmed PRN Job Listing at MedStar Health in Washington, DC (Job ID 146120)

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About the Job

General Summary of Position
Ensures a safe environment for our patients staff and visitors. Patrols hospital property responds to calls for assistance and reports on conditions objects or persons which may impact the security and/or safety of patients associates physicians visitors or vendors and responds according to established policies procedures and regulations. Security Officers are essential associates in a 24/7 environment and may be required to be flexible with scheduling and work "off-shifts.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• High School Diploma or GED required or
• Associate's degree preferred

• 1-2 years Related security or law enforcement experience. required
• Prior experience in healthcare (or related field with a patient-first customer-first mission). preferred
• In lieu of the related experience an internal candidate who has 1 year of medstar tenure may be considered.

• DL - Valid State Driver's License in good standing required
• IAHSS - Certification As A Security Officer preferred
• CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required
• Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.
• Must successfully complete all MedStar initial training related to violence prevention de-escalation and crisis prevention intervention. required

• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm and thoughtful during a crisis.
• Ability to assist in de-escalating situations with strong emotions and conflict.
• Basic computer skills preferred.