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Houston Methodist Peace Officer - Facilities-Security Services - PRN - 2nd Eve Shift in Baytown, Texas
At Houston Methodist, the Peace Officer position is responsible for providing police authority by enforcing federal and state laws and city ordinances, as appropriate. This position provides law enforcement services and assists in protecting the rights and property of individuals throughout Houston Methodist. The position must take and maintain control of disruptive individuals for arrest by local law enforcement. The Peace Officer position must be employed by a licensed police agency and possess a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (T.C.O.L.E.) license, that will also serve as evidence of use of force training.
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Protects the rights and property of individuals and provides law enforcement services throughout Houston Methodist.
Actively responds to requests for personal security coverage, assistance with directions, information and guidance.
Interacts with individuals in a supportive and respectful manner creating a positive work environment and contributing to a dynamic, team-focused work unit.
Uses excellent, clear and professional communication skills to achieve mutual understanding and problem resolution, while providing the highest quality service during every patient, visitor and staff encounter.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Responds to all radio dispatches, answers calls and complaints and assesses and makes recommendations as needed for all emergent situations.
Performs duties in a designated fixed-post assignment.
Secures premises and individuals by patrolling facilities, monitoring surveillance cameras, monitoring access points and permitting entry as needed.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Accurately communicates and/or generates and completes reports by recording occurrences, information, observations, surveillance activities and conducting witness interviews.
Maintains a safe environment, following all policies and procedures for safety, hazardous material, emergency preparedness and HIPAA.
Participates in training, drills and actual events according to policies and procedures.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Prevents loss and damage by reporting irregularities. Facilitates policies regarding restitution, as appropriate.
Utilizes and maintains HM and department equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks. Uses resources effectively and efficiently; does not waste supplies, minimizing incidental overtime, optimizing efficiency in all areas according to department specifications.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assists and promotes a culture of workplace safety and proactively prevents workplace violence.
Supports Houston Methodist and department goals and offers innovative solutions through participation in department projects. Assumes responsibility for self-growth and development by participating in in-services programs and continuing education.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
EDUCATION
- Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Employed by a licensed law enforcement agency
One (1) year law enforcement experience
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED
- PO - Peace Officer - State Licensure -- Current Texas Commission on Law Enforcement license (T.C.O.L.E.)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
Understand HIPAA and Patient confidentiality compliance
Demonstrates emergency preparedness knowledge
Proficient computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office software and Webmail.
Must be able to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and function calmly in stressful situations including handling of, or exposure to confidential/sensitive information
Ability to assess and evaluate information effectively, ability to identify critical issues quickly and accurately, attention to detail and proficiency in documentation
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
Uniform Yes
Scrubs No
Business professional No
Other (department approved) No
ON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
- On Call* No
TRAVEL
Travel specifications may vary by department
May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital brings the expertise and latest technology of Houston Methodist to Baytown and surrounding counties. The skilled and compassionate physicians, nurses and staff provide unsurpassed medical care in a close-to-home, state-of-the-art facility. Houston Methodist Baytown is committed to meeting the needs of its growing community through the ongoing facilities master plan expansion project, which includes a new, expanded emergency department, a five-story patient tower, outpatient center, renovated Cancer Center, neonatal intensive care unit and the addition of technologically advanced operating rooms.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.