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Armed Security Guard

Arizona General Hospital Laveen, Arizona
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The posted compensation range of $18.00 - $22.42 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID 2024-348430 Employment Type Full Time Department Security Hours/Pay Period 80 Shift Night Weekly Schedule Wed(6:00PM-12:00AM)Thur-Sat(6:00PM-6:00AM) Remote No Category Safety and Security
Overview

At Dignity Health’s Arizona General Hospital we deliver humankindness through a wide range of health social and support services in the heart of Phoenix Arizona. As part of our team you will provide clinical expertise support and oversight that helps ensure our patients receive exceptional care. Also you will have the opportunity to champion the change by joining in our mission of healing through humankindness.


Responsibilities
  • Maintains a comprehensive inspection, test and maintenance program for all security physical and electronic measures. Follows up on pending security issues.
  • Implements requirements of the Security Management Plan. Manages and coordinates responses to critical incidents. Monitors and documents actual and potential security breaches.
  • Monitors existing security systems and technologies for possible security leaks or fraud.
  • Conducts ongoing security orientation and training of assigned staff and may serve as Field Training Guard.
  • Conducts routine safety patrols of assigned areas, reporting safety and security issues within those areas.
  • Conducts access control and provides escorts for visitors to secure areas.
  • Responds to calls for Security presence within the Emergency Department and assists staff as requested.
  • Provides helipad and landing security.

Qualifications

Minimum:

  • Six (6) months experience as a Security Officer involving extensive public contact.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Valid State Driver's License with satisfactory DMV report upon hire and annually
  • American Heart Association-issued BLS card within 60 days of hire.
  • Certified to Carry Concealed Weapon 

Preferred:

  • One (1) year experience as a security officer involving extensive public contact.
  • Completion of college level education courses in Criminal Justice
  • International Association of Healthcare Security Services (IAHSS) Basic course within 90 days of employment and IAHSS Advanced course within six months of employment.
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While you’re busy impacting the healthcare industry, we’ll take care of you with benefits that may include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid time off, tuition assistance, adoption assistance, and more!

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

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