What are the responsibilities and job description for the Security Officer – UPMC Montefiore position at UPMC?
At UPMC Montefiore, our Security Officers are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff all equally alike. As an Officer, you will accomplish this through regular patrols around the grounds, staffing fixed posts, and responding to and resolving problems and/or disputes. Customer service is at the core of this position. To be considered, you must have a valid and current driver’s license.
Schedules within this department rotate and include both weekends and holidays and shifts vary from daylight, afternoon, and night. Additionally, this role is eligible for a $1,500 sign-on bonus with a 2-year commitment to UPMC!
Responsibilities:
- Staff fixed posts to monitor ingress and egress to secured areas.
- Provides customer service to patients, families, visitors and staff to maintain a safe and secure environment.
- Inspect incoming and outgoing parcels as necessary to prevent theft.
- Responds to and resolves problems, disputes and unusual circumstances as necessary.
- Maintain required certifications and licensing.
- Assist with traffic control and vehicle assists.
- Transport deceased to morgue/release bodies from morgue.
- Monitor security, fire, and environmental alarms, respond to alarms and assist when needed.
- Establish a uniformed security presence by patrolling UPMC hospitals, buildings, grounds and associated areas to deter criminal activity, document activities, and contact UPMC Police Officers or other appropriate law enforcement when necessary.
- Operate UPMC vehicles in accordance with the rules and regulations of the Pennsylvania Vehicle Code.
- Conduct patient escorts and stand-by details.
- Complete all mandatory training programs per departmental guidelines.
- Report and document incidents, suspicious activities and hazards.
Salary : $19 - $29
