At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

　　The primary location is St. Vincent Hospital, but it may also provide support to all Toledo Metro and Rural locations at Mercy Health.

　　SUMMARY:

　　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

　　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 as assigned.

　　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.

　　Required Minimum Education:

　　High School Diploma or GED

　　Preferred Education:

　　2 Year/ Associates Degree

　　Licensure/Certification Required:

　　Current OPOTA Certificate, BLS, NAPPI training within first 6 months of hire

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Minimum Years and Type of Experience:

　　1-3 years of experience preferred

　　Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

　　Firearm Qualifications: successfully pass bi-annual firearms qualifications. Meet minimum physical fitness standards based on the Cooper Institute's physical fitness norms for law enforcement at 60% standard. Computer skills: Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Typing, min of 40 wpm.

　　I.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.

　　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.

　　Work Position(s)

　　Sitting

　　Walking

　　Standing

　　Physical Requirements

　　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

　　Additional Physical Requirements and Hazards

　　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

　　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

　　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 Employers, 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]