Public Safety Dispatcher PRN at Intermountain Health

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Apr, 26

Salary

24.99

Posted On

17 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Analytical Skills, Observational Skills, Organizational Skills, Attention to Detail, Security Monitoring, Dispatch Services, Emergency Preparedness, Customer Service

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Description: The Public Safety Dispatcher, under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, provides a safe and secure environment for all persons on premises by providing security related communication, documentation, and security systems monitoring along with security officer dispatch services. Essential Functions Promotes the mission, vision, and values of Intermountain Health, and abides by service behavior standards. Communicates and dispatches Security Officers to needed locations, monitors radio activity, and works with hospital operators to dispatch security personnel to the appropriate locations. Maintains awareness of the environment and observes potential security risks, taking appropriate action to prevent or suppress activity which poses a safety hazard to persons and/or property. Assist patients, guests, and staff by providing general information, access control, and checking badges and passes to prevent unauthorized entry. Also checks packages being brought into or removed from the hospital. Performs public service duties such as escorting patients, guests, or employees; assisting people locked out of vehicles or rooms; opening or locking doors; and providing battery boosts. Patrols parking and campus for safety hazards, prepare reports documenting all parking violations, safety hazards, repair requests, and the like. Monitors security and fire equipment such as alarms, surveillance video, and the like. Acts as a system administrator for the facility access control system, adding, changing, or removing access as needed, and initiating lockdown procedures when required. Maintains knowledge of safety and emergency preparedness plans and response, including performing roof clearance assessments prior to helicopter arrival and assessing hospital rooms for hazards for patients with suicidal or behavioral concerns. Skills Verbal and written communication skills to compose complete, coherent, and concise reports. Analytical and observational ability to recognize suspicious behavior, criminal activity, and potential safety hazards. Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically within a multi-functional team in a fast-paced environment. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent Valid MT Driver’s License (or ability to obtain MT DL within 3 months of hire), proof of Insurability BLS certification (or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire – offered at site) Montana Security Officer’s License (or ability to obtain within 120 days of hire) Demonstrated experience with basic computer programs including Word, Excel, and Power Point. Ability to work nights and/or weekends is required for identified positions Ability to successfully function in a fast paced, service-oriented environment. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Regular attendance to perform work on site during regularly scheduled business hours or scheduled shifts is required Ability to work nights and/or weekends is required for identified positions Ability to successfully function in a fast paced, service-oriented environment. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, security administration or related area with participation in security or law enforcement through an internship or volunteer work such as police reserve program Experience in hospital security dispatch and/or public law enforcement dispatch. Physical Requirements Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, documents, monitors, identify equipment and supplies, and be able to assess customer needs. Frequent interactions with providers, colleagues, customers, patients/clients and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, needs, and issues quickly and accurately. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate supplies and equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use for typing, accessing needed information, etc. Verbal and written communication skills to compose complete, coherent, and concise reports. Analytical and observational ability to recognize suspicious behavior, criminal activity, and potential safety hazards. Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically within a multi-functional team in a fast-paced environment. Location: Intermountain Health St Vincent Regional Hospital Work City: Billings Work State: Montana Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0 The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $18.39 - $24.99 We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here. Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. At Intermountain Health, we use the artificial intelligence ("AI") platform, HiredScore to improve your job application experience. HiredScore helps match your skills and experiences to the best jobs for you. While HiredScore assists in reviewing applications, all final decisions are made by Intermountain personnel to ensure fairness. We protect your privacy and follow strict data protection rules. Your information is safe and used only for recruitment. Thank you for considering a career with us and experiencing our AI-enhanced recruitment process. All positions subject to close without notice. Headquartered in Utah with locations in six primary states and additional operations across the western U.S., Intermountain Health is a nonprofit system of 34 hospitals, 400+ clinics, a medical group of more than 4,800 employed physicians and advanced care providers, a health plan division called Select Health with more than one million members, and other health services. Helping people live the healthiest lives possible, Intermountain is widely recognized as a leader in clinical quality improvement and efficient healthcare delivery. Join our world-class team and embark on a career filled with opportunities, strength, innovation, and fulfillment. To find out more about us, head to our career site here. Sign up for job alerts! Click ‘sign in’ at the top right corner, create a candidate account, and when we have opportunities that meet your interests, you will receive an email with the job details. Intermountain Health strives to make the application process accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact 1-800-843-7820 or email recruitment@imail.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. Introduce yourself to our Talent Acquisition team and we will get in touch if there is a role that seems like a good match. Intermountain Health’s PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution. The program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates. Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment. Learn more. The primary intent of this job description is to set a fair and equitable rate of pay for this classification. Only those key duties necessary for proper job evaluation and/or labor market analysis have been included. Other duties may be assigned by the supervisor. All positions subject to close without notice. Thanks for your interest in continuing your career with our team!

Responsibilities

The Public Safety Dispatcher provides security-related communication and documentation while monitoring security systems and dispatching security officers. They also assist patients and staff, patrol the campus for safety hazards, and maintain knowledge of emergency preparedness plans.