Security Officer - with Great Benefits

We are on the lookout for a focused Security Officer to join our awesome team at Virginia Mason Medical Center in Seattle, WA.
Growing your career as a Full Time Security Officer is a fantastic opportunity to develop relevant skills.
If you are strong in communication, presentation and have the right mindset for the job, then apply for the position of Security Officer at Virginia Mason Medical Center today!

Overview Responsibilities

At Virginia Mason the Security Officer provides a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff of the Medical Center, provides protection of property, and curtails criminal activity through visible deterrents. 

Virginia Mason Medical Center was recognized among the Best Hospitals in Washington state by U.S. News & World Report. Located in Seattle, WA, Virginia Mason is an internationally recognized leader in the continuous improvement of health care. With an extensive list of awards and distinctions that includes our recognition as Top Hospital of the Decade by The Leapfrog Group, Virginia Mason offers you the opportunity to partner with exceptionally talented peers at every level.

You will contribute to the strength of our Team Medicine approach to collaborative medicine and benefit from the changes enacted through our Virginia Mason Production System, a model that has transformed health care by providing patients with easier access to care, reducing errors, and continuously innovating patient safety and quality that has been adopted by other organizations here and abroad. Join us, and find out how many ways Virginia Mason offers you the chance to focus on what really matters - our patients.

As a part of our organization, we currently offer the following additional benefits:

• Competitive starting wages (DOE) and training to grow within the company
• Paid holidays, vacation and sick time
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance plans 
• Flexible health spending accounts: DCFSA and FSA  
• Health Savings Account - (HSA) for use with the high deductible health plan
• Short and long term disability programs
• Employer paid life insurance
• 401a and 403b retirement programs
• Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
• Bright Horizons programs for additional support with children, pets, dependent adults, and household needs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identify Theft

We deliver inspired people to do meaningful work.

Qualifications

We require:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Basic certification through the International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) required within three months of position entry
• Advanced certification required within six months of position entry. -
• Also required is a demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong problem solving ability, willingness to challenge individuals and defuse situations in a polite and professional manner
• Must be willing to work directly with those in a crisis situation
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work well with people from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to remain courteous and considerate while working in a demanding and stressful situation.
• Candidates must be at least 21 years of age
• Have a valid Washington State Driver's License with a five-year clean driving record, for auto liability coverage through Virginia Mason Medical Center

Preferred: 2 years uniformed officer or guard experience in a healthcare setting or an Associate's degree in Criminal Justice. 

Just as Virginia Mason is dedicated to improving the lives of our patients and our community, we are equally dedicated to your professional and personal success. With a wide range of perks that includes comprehensive compensation and benefits, continuing education and support, and the opportunity to live in one of the most livable cities in the country, you will find that an opportunity with Team Medicine is one worth taking.

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Company Benefits:
● Excellent benefits
● Opportunities to grow
● Advantageous package