Peace Officer PRN (Days/ Evenings/Nights)
18220 State Highway 249, Houston, TX 77070
- Job Ref:
- 57052
- Talent Area:
- Security
- Job Shift:
- 2nd - Evening
- Job Type:
- PRN
- Posted Date:
- June 4, 2024
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.
Requirements:
- 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.
Qualifications:
- 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
- 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 Willowbrook Hospital is a Magnet-recognized, not-for-profit, faith-based hospital that serves the growing Northwest Houston community. With 358 licensed beds, Houston Methodist Willowbrook is committed to providing quality, cost-effective health care in a compassionate environment for a full range of services, including emergency care, cardiology, orthopedics and sports medicine, comprehensive women’s services, neurology and neurosurgery, oncology, and primary and general medicine.
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.
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