Medical Center Protection Officer (Security)

Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County.

Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization.

SUMMARY

Hennepin Healthcare has several openings for Medical Center Protection Officers in our Security department. This full-time position will work nights and every other weekend. Starting base pay is $29.14 an hour but can vary based on previous experience. There is also evening, night, and weekend shift differentials.

Under general supervision, performs work of routine difficulty in maintaining the safety and security of Medical Center facilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Inspects all buildings and grounds, as directed, to ensure that buildings are secure
• Maintains observation of areas following organized activities to keep records of any damage to property
• Notes and reports pertinent information concerning security control during the course of building and
• grounds inspection to supervisory staff
• Responds to requests for assistance in dealing with visitor and patient problems
• May assist in restraining agitated individuals or patients
• May physically restrain clients and provide secure escort
• May be required to administer emergency First Aid and/or Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation
• May participate in formulation and implementation of safety and security procedures
• Explains safety and security procedures and may instruct employees in use of safety equipment or procedures
• Assists during safety drills
• Directs emergency evacuation until police/firemen arrive
• Checks and maintains safety and security equipment
• Secures building areas by locking and unlocking doors at scheduled times
• May physically expel unruly persons; prepares reports and maintains records
• Performs other related work as required, but only after appropriate training
  

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications:

• Successful completion of two years of college or technical college course work - preferably course work in the criminal justice field (e.g., police science, law enforcement, corrections)

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• Two years of security experience, such as military police, industrial, proprietary or contract security experience within the last eight years

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• Two years of hospital experience(e.g., Health Care Assistant, Nursing, Facilities, Environmental Services)

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• An approved equivalent combination of training and experience

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• Must successfully complete prescribed training during probationary period
• May be required to be eligible and obtain a Minnesota Class B driver's license

You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin County Medical Center for your employment. HCMC offers a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We're driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for your consideration in submitting an application.

Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin County Medical Center are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.

Total Rewards Package:

• We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity.
• We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; Tuition reimbursement; and license and Certification reimbursement (Available ONLY for benefit eligible positions).
• For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.