Security Guard

Presbyterian is seeking a Security Technician. A hospital security guard is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for patients, staff, and visitors. This role involves monitoring hospital premises, enforcing security protocols, and responding to emergencies to ensure the protection of individuals and property. Security guards patrol hospital grounds, control access to restricted areas, and assist in de-escalating conflicts or disturbances. They collaborate with medical personnel, law enforcement, and emergency responders to address security concerns and uphold hospital policies. Strong observational skills, effective communication, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are essential for this position.

Type of Opportunity: Full Time FTE: .90/36 Hours per Week

Work Schedule: Varies Days and Hours

How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.

Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
• EPIC electronic charting system

This position is eligible for the Northern New Mexico differential of $4.00 per hour. (This differential may be adjusted or discontinued based on business requirements.)

• Less than one year experience in general security, however 1 year security experience preferred.
• Must have a current New Mexico drivers license, and must be insurable.
• High School Diploma or GED

• Complete required training within set time limits

• Conduct routine and ad hoc patrols to prevent fire, theft, vandalism, and unauthorized visitors

• Perform hazard surveillance for safety, security, and infection control issues

• Maintain an activity log detailing shift activities

• Check and document patrol vehicle and equipment daily

• Serve as a member of the hazardous material/decontamination team as needed

• Respond to workplace violence reports and notify appropriate supervisors

• Conduct investigations, maintain records, and prepare incident reports

• Enforce departmental and organizational policies and procedures

• Prepare written documentation as required

• Interact professionally with employees, physicians, visitors, contractors, and vendors

• Collaborate with local, state, and federal agencies when approved

• Keep supervisor informed of activities and location during shifts

• Respond to calls for key service, vehicle assist, and escorts in a timely manner

• Participate in educational programs, in-service meetings, and scheduled training

• Secure patient valuables and lost-and-found items, maintaining proper logs

• Control parking and traffic flow, enforce parking policies, and issue citations

• Monitor visitor conduct and question unauthorized persons as needed

• Gather information via radio, phone, or in person efficiently and professionally

• Ensure appropriate response times to service requests

• Report to work on time, properly uniformed, and with functional equipment

• Stay updated on current events at the start of each shift

• Maintain confidentiality and report breaches immediately

• Report complaints, misconduct, and security issues to supervisors or directors

• Maintain security equipment, uniforms, and vehicles, reporting issues promptly

• Follow the chain of responsibility

• Keep supervisor or director informed of personal work-related changes

• Attend all mandatory meetings and training sessions

• Perform heavy lifting of 50+ pounds when necessary for self-defense

• Assist with lifting patients, visitors, staff, and deceased persons

• Defend self and others in violent incidents

• Help medical staff restrain violent, agitated, or hostile individuals

• Conduct long periods of standing and foot patrols

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About Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system comprised of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 13,000 employees - including more than 1,200 providers and nearly 3,500 nurses.

Our health plan serves more than 640,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.