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Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position (2-3 sentences)
The Police Officer provides internal and external safety/police functions to support the general safety of the hospital community to include participation in investigations and arrests when warranted. Patrol is assigned an area and responds to radio and/or telephone calls for routine and/or emergency assistance.
Essential Job Functions
Essential Functions (7-10) Statements – List the essential functions of the job. Essential functions are the reasons a job exists.
Assigned patrol within facilities and the campus property including parking areas to maintain a police presence while being on alert for criminal activity and/or the need for assistance. Provides the police services for the facility. Assisting stranded motorist with minor automobile problems. Assists visitors as needed.
Responds to calls for assistance and emergencies. Takes appropriate control of dangerous situations by using sound judgement and quick thinking. Assist the medical staff in restraining a patient as necessary. Performs BLS as needed. Serves as first responder to fire alarm activations, chemical spills and Code Blue and Rapid Responses in Public Areas.
Conducts preliminary investigations in hospital related incidents related to visitors and patients. Works closely with local law enforcement agencies when the need arises, Maintains accurate records of daily activities. Reports all unusual incidents and criminal activity on incident reports. Takes reports of vehicular accidents, criminal offenses and suspicious activity occurring on hospital property.
Maintains the facility’s lost and found. Secures valuable property to ensure that it is not lost, tampered with, or stolen. May be required to transport money to and from designated bank. Morgue pickups and release to Funeral Homes and Coroner. Assist with the air ambulance landing.
Monitor and review security cameras and alarms.
Other duties assigned by the Chief of Police.
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This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Patient Population
The following must be included in all position descriptions that involve direct or indirect patient care. This is a Joint Commission requirement. Also, select the age of the patient population served:
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
Neonates (0-4 weeks)
Adolescents (13-17 years)
Infant (1-12 months)
Adults (18-64 years).
Pediatrics (1-12 years)
Geriatrics (65 years and older)
Not applicable to this position.
Employment Qualifications
Education Qualifications – List the minimum education, training, and experience required to perform the essential functions of the position.
Required Minimum Education:
High School Diploma or GED
Specialty/Major:
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Preferred Education:
Vocational/ Technical Degree
Specialty/Major:
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Licensing/ Certification – If registration, certification or licensure is required, include the name of the accrediting or licensing body.
Licensure/Certification Required:
Current OPOTA Certificate, BLS, NAPPI training within first 6 months of hire
Licensure/Certification Preferred:
IAHSS Basic Security Certification (or equivalent)
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Years and Type of Experience:
1-3 years
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
Firearm Qualifications; successfully pass bi-annual firearms qualifications. Computer skills; Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Typing, min of 30 wpm.
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:
Meet minimum physical fitness standards based on the Cooper Institute’s physical fitness norms for law enforcement. Test consists of: Sit-ups / min, Push-ups / min and 1.5 mile run.
- Combination of post-secondary education and experience in lieu of a degree.
V.Working Conditions
This section addresses the physical environment in which the employee will perform the work.
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.
General office environment.
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*
May be required to use physical restraints.
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*
May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.
May have periods of constant interruptions.
Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
Prolonged periods of working alone.
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- Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.
VI.Physical Requirements
Physical Demands
Frequency
0%
1-33%
34-66%
67-100%
Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.)
Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.)
Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.)
Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.)
Stoop, Kneel
Crawling
Climbing
Balance
Bending
Work Position
Sitting
Walking
Standing
VII.Additional Physical Requirements/ Hazards
Physical Requirements
Hazards
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Select if a potential hazard for this job.
Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
Depth perception
Perform shift work
Use of Latex Gloves
Maneuver weight of patients
Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
Hear alarms/telephone/tape recorder
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Reach above shoulder
Exposure to dust/fumes
Repetitive arm/hand movements
Exposure to potential electrical shock
Finger Dexterity
Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
Color Vision
Exposure to high pitched noises
Acuity – far
Gaseous risk exposure
Acuity – near
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Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
- Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
- Prescription drug coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance w/AD&D
- Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
- Paid time off
- Educational Assistance
- And much more
- Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Work Shift:
Days/Nights
Department:
Security – Toledo Regional Office
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email [email protected]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]
