Armed Security Officer, Baptist Clay

Job Summary

Baptist Health is looking to add an Armed Security Officer to our Protective Services Department at our Baptist Clay location. This is a full-time, day shift opportunity, working 12-hour shifts 6am-6:15pm.

The Armed Security Officer's primary function is to assure the day-to-day safety and security of patients, visitors, and employees by patrolling and monitoring the medical center properties. As patient safety and experience are top priority this growing team is currently implementing new technologies such as metal detectors.

As an Armed Security Officer you will be responsible for:

• Reporting any unusual circumstances, and take appropriate corrective actions
• Insuring the protection of individuals from harm by monitoring for safety hazards
• Providing escort services
• Respond to unsafe situations
• Enforce hospital parking regulations
• Assist individuals with obtaining help for vehicle problems
• Respond and take appropriate action in all instances where the imminent threat of human life is occurring
• Certification Requirement: Class D and Class G licenses required within 90 days of employment
• Experience Required: 5 years of Law Enforcement or DOD/Military Police experience

This Armed Security Officer will be located at Baptist Clay. If you are interested in this full-time opportunity, please apply now!

Positions designated as requiring a level II Background ( A detailed fingerprint-based screening for positions of trust that check state (FDLE) and national (FBI) criminal history) will undergo screening as a condition of employment and continued employment. For additional information, please visit Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Education Required

High School Diploma/GED

Education Preferred

Associate's Degree

Experience

• Over 5 years Law Enforcement Experience Required

License and Certification

• International Assn for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS) Advanced Certification Preferred Or
• International Assn for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS) Safety Certification Preferred Or
• International Assn for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS) Basic Certification Preferred Or
• Driver's License Required
• Licensed Security Officer - Class G Required Or
• Licensed Security Officer - Class D Required Or

Location

Location Overview

Baptist Medical Center Clay is a full-service hospital providing residents with easy access to comprehensive, high-tech medical and surgical care close to home. Located on Fleming Island, Baptist Clay features innovative care for every stage of life in an elegantly designed, comfortable environment. Unique services include onsite cancer care provided by Baptist MD Anderson, a 24/7 ER for adults and children, and a Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. As part of the Baptist Health system, Baptist Clay has access to many additional specialized physicians, services, and resources including the Baptist Stroke and Cerebrovascular Center. Baptist Health has been named one of the 100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare in the U.S. by Modern Healthcare, and Baptist Clay has been voted “Best Medical Facility” in Clay County for the past three years.