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Security Officer – CARS Jobs in City of Ithaca, New York, USA at EmergencyMD
Title: Security Officer – CARS
Company: EmergencyMD
Location: City of Ithaca, New York, USA
Type: Full Time
Category: Security, Healthcare
Location: City of Ithaca
Security Officer – CARS
Cayuga Health System began by joining two longstanding, independent hospitals into a cohesive health-care network providing seamless, comprehensive, community centered care for the residents of central New York. With the recent affiliation of Arnot Health and the establishment of Xtensys, we are poised to become the premier care organization across New York.
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, Cayuga Addiction Recovery Services, and NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports, as well as applicable Federal, State and Local laws to prevent loss due to accidents and incidents.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Protection of Life & Property
Patrols the facilities both inside and outside.
Remains highly visible during patrols.
Is observant and engages with suspicious persons at the facility.
Assists patients, visitors and staff as needed.
Locks and unlocks areas as prescribed or as requested.
Maintains continuous contact via phone or radio with subordinates and management.
Responds in a timely manner to all calls.
Submits a concise, clear, accurate and complete incident report in a timely manner.
Completes daily security log.
Maintains work area in a clean and safe manner on a daily basis.
Escorts individuals in a timely manner as needed to ensure their safety.
Is observant for unauthorized activities.
Uses proper lifting techniques during work tasks to prevent lifting injuries.
Performs Fire and Safety Checks
Inspects fire extinguishers and other safety equipment.
Inspects various directional and warning signs about the buildings and reports any need for replacement.
Inspects exit signs and reports any bulb replacement needed.
Keeps well informed and conducts all fire, safety and disaster drills. Reports results to supervisor upon completion.
Investigates incidents of injuries involving visitors and ensures a report is prepared.
Takes proper action to correct safety and security shortcomings noted.
Checks the outer portion of the buildings for safety hazards.
Inspects all elevators (where applicable), fire exits, and interior escape stairwells to ensure that there are no obstructions and are well lighted. Reports any discrepancies.
Enforces all Federal, State and Local Laws, as well as all hospital Policies and Procedures
Conducts preliminary investigations of complaints and incidents.
Answers all disturbances or criminal offense calls as requested.
Uses diplomacy to ensure all persons are not offended or alienated.
Monitors compliance with CARS, OASAS, and CHS safety and security procedures.
Facility Equipment Maintenance
Basic mechanical ability to make minor repairs.
Analyzes malfunctions and identifies staff that can make repairs.
Attempts to repair before calling for assistance when appropriate.
Miscellaneous Activities
Inspects facility lighting.
Inspects doors and stairwells.
Ensures security of entrance doors.
Provides interdepartmental support.
Education and Development
Completes all mandatoryeducationrequirements.
Attends departmental, onsite and off-site in-service as required.
Attends department meetings.
Personal Expectations:
Helps others without prompting when work needs to be accomplished.
Is independent…
