Job Summary

Security Guard work in our Emergency Room and throughout Butler Hospital campus. Responsible to perform scanning procedures on all non-staff entering the department. Will also assist clinical staff as needed. clinical staff with de-escalation efforts, patient interventions, and other security-related support as needed.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform security screening procedures for non-staff entering the Patient Assessment and Emergency Department areas.
• Monitor patients, visitors, and the environment to help maintain a safe and secure setting.
• Conduct routine rounds of designated areas and report unusual conditions, safety concerns, or security incidents.
• Assist clinical staff with de-escalation efforts, patient interventions, and other security-related support as needed.
• Support the detection, confiscation, and secure handling of prohibited items in accordance with established procedures.
• Complete required logs, reports, and other documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Follow hospital policies, safety procedures, infection control standards, and confidentiality requirements.
• Provide professional, respectful service to patients, visitors, and staff while responding to security needs.

Requirements

Education:

High School or GED Preferred

Experience:

Minimum 6 Months to 1 Year Previous background preferred: Healthcare Security, Police, Military, Emergency Medical Service (EMS)

Licenses:

Valid driver’s license

Certifications:

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge of basic hospital security and safety procedures.
• Ability to observe, assess situations, and respond appropriately.
• Skill in using screening equipment and documenting incidents.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to remain calm, maintain confidentiality, and work well with others.

Schedule:

40/80 Full Time Evenings

About Us

Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, is a trusted, integrated health care organization that fuels the latest advances in medical research, attracts the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, hones renowned services and innovative programs, and engages in the important discussions people need to have about their health and end-of-life wishes. Care New England is helping to transform the future of health care, providing a leading voice in the ongoing effort to ensure the health of the individuals and communities we serve.

EEO Statements

Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.
EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status
Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.