HOSPITAL SECURITY OFFICER, HARBORVIEW (100% FTE, DAYS)

University of Washington•Seattle, WA

6d•$31 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

The UW Medicine Department of Public Safety at Harborview Medical Center is a team of certified security professionals dedicated to ensuring a safe environment. Our services include security patrols, safety escorts, admits, and responding to calls for assistance. Create safety and security for patients, visitors and staff at our region's only Level 1 Trauma center and safety net hospital Contribute to our mission to improve the health of the public by serving some of the most vulnerable residents of King County Successful candidates will possess superior customer service skills, offering support and understanding in dealing with patients, staff, faculty and visitors to the medical center As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care. Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals. All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest. Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent
Possess a valid driver's license
No previous felony convictions
Two years full-time college in police science or allied field OR two years of police or campus security experience

Responsibilities

The Security Officer works to maintain security and safety through inspection of buildings and grounds
Tactfully confront individuals and gain their trust for authority, de-escalating anger to bring about satisfactory solutions
Investigate incidents and crimes with the aptitude to complete clear, concise and accurate incident reports and other documentation
Patrol and inspect interior and exterior of facility, on foot or in a vehicle.
Respond promptly and safely to calls for assistance and “code” calls throughout UWMC
Evict, hold or detain persons when directed to do so by the appropriate law enforcement agency, clinical or administrative authority