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A Security Officer is responsible for protecting and serving MUSC Health Pee Dee Division patients, staff, and visitors, in addition to monitoring and protecting facilities and assets, across the Pee Dee Division Security Officers monitor and operate access control systems, security camera systems, intercoms, two-way radios, telephones, and alarm systems

Security Officers often perform the following duties daily:

• Patrol facilities and grounds,
• Provide emergency assistance and response,
• Interact with patients, families, visitors, law enforcement and correctional officers
• Support MUSC Health staff with issues involving security and safety concerns
• The individual must complete detailed notes based on observations, conduct security investigations and interviews, and write detailed reports regarding incidents and events

Education: High School Diploma/GED or 10 direct years of job related experience

Experience:  Minimum One (1) year relevant experience or appropriate preferred education requirements. Preferred Experience in healthcare security, corporate security, or law enforcement.

Licenses & Certifications: 

• Maintain BLS Certification
• Minimum Valid driver’s license in the State of SC Handle with Care Crisis De-escalation course
• Completion of IAHSS Basic Certification within six (6) months of hire Preferred

Additional Job Description

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism.

Must possess a strong desire and ability to provide a high level of customer service through engagement with others.

Ability to don and wear personal protective equipment, such as gloves, face shields, goggles, gowns, masks, powered air-purifying respirator, and if necessary, issued ballistic vest protection while on duty.

Ability to use radio equipment for communications.

Ability to quickly respond to emergent situations.

Skill in verbal communications, especially listening and recalling information during high stress conditions.

Skill in written communications including the ability to type accurate and detailed reports efficiently, recalling actions taken during emergencies and critical incidents.

Knowledge of crime prevention strategies.

Ability to detect, locate, and report smoke, unusual odors, and running water which may indicate safety problems.

Knowledge of and skill with computer systems, including spreadsheets, word processing, e-mail, alarm systems, access control software, and surveillance cameras.

Knowledge of verbal and non-verbal tactics to safely de-escalate individuals. Ability to use de-escalation strategies, trained control techniques, and the application of restraints as trained. (Successfully complete 16 hours verbal and physical Handle with Care Crisis De-escalation course.

Must be able to successfully complete the physical components defense and restraint tactics as described in the Handle with Care Curriculum.)

Knowledge of security practices used in safeguarding persons and property.

Complete MUHA Security training requirements provided by MUSC Health Pee Dee Division and appropriately perform the responsibilities of a Security Officer.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Indicate the appropriate physical requirements of this job during a shift. Note: reasonable accommodations may be made available for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. (See Handle with Care Crisis De-escalation Curriculum)

 Physical Demand Level; Occasional Up to 33% of the time, Frequent 34%-66% of the time Constant 67%-100% of the time

Constant requirements are to perform job functions while standing, walking, and sitting. Ability to bend at the waist, kneel, climb stairs, reach in all directions, fully use both hands and legs, possess good finger dexterity, perform repetitive motions with hands, wrists, elbows, and shoulders. Ability to reach in all directions, maintain 20/40 vision corrected, see, and recognize objects close at hand and at a distance, work in a latex safe environment. Perform work duties indoors and outdoors with seasonal weather changes and conditions. Frequently lift and/or carry objects weighing 20 pounds unassisted and ability to lift from 36” to overhead objects or items more than 15 pounds.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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