Security Officer - Central Hospital - Allied Universal

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for most full-time positions!

As a Hospital Security Officer, you will serve and safeguard a high profile healthcare customer. The Hospital Security Officer is responsible for the surveillance of the client’s healthcare premises and the protection of the staff, members, and visitors. A Hospital Security Professional detects and prevents any suspicious activity, observe and reports incidents, and provides customer service in a friendly and professional manner.

Allied Universal Security celebrates our Security Professionals and actively participates in Security Professional Appreciation Week! 

Pay Rate: $ 19.00

Shifts Available: Full Time : Tuesday - Thursday 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Friday - Saturday 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM

Requirements: 

• Valid Drivers License With Clean Driving Record (In The Event Of A Driver Needed) Or Government/State ID 
• Must have 2 Years verifiable employment history relating to this position - ( Security, Healthcare, Customer Service, Military, Law Enforcement, Corrections) 
• Natural Hair Color  
• No Face/Neck Tattoos  
• Comfortable with Restraining When Needed, Dealing With Combative Patients  
• Comfortable Transporting Patients To The Morgue When Needed 
• Comfortable with heights ( you may need to assist in helicopter transports back down to the E.R ) 
• Comfortable with needles ( you will need a TB test and required vaccinations where applicable )  
  

Job Duties: 

• Transporting Patients To The Emergency Room 
• Patrolling: Walking the hospital grounds and looking for anything suspicious or concerning 
• Reporting: Notifying leadership or other security officers of anything important 
• Controlling access: Ensuring that only authorized people can enter and exit the hospital, and that no contraband or hospital items are brought in or out 
• Preventing crime: Trying to stop criminal activity, such as theft, vandalism, and disturbances 
• Responding to emergencies: Helping with evacuations during fires, medical emergencies, and natural disasters 
• Managing issues: Addressing security issues with patients or visitors, and using verbal de-escalation skills to resolve safety incidents 
• Maintaining confidentiality: Being discreet when handling private information 

Responsibilities:

• Observe and remain vigilant for signs of crime, disorder, hazard, and unusual activity
• Patrol on foot, bicycle, or via a vehicle to check for unsafe conditions, blocked entryways, security violations, mechanical problems, and unauthorized individuals
• Orally and physically de-escalating individuals, as needed
• Inspect all security devices and fire control equipment
• Screen members, visitors, and client employees to expedite their admittance to the facility
• Respond to incidents of fire, medical emergency, bomb threat, flooding, water discharge, elevator emergency, hazardous materials, or inclement weather with calm urgency
• May also include patient escort, patient watch, provide safety escort, assist and/or transport deceased to morgue

Minimum Requirements:

• Prior work experience involving dealing with customers, troubleshooting, and/or managing stressful situations
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws. Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
  *A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only
• Post offer, must be able to successfully complete the training requirement and obtain a Management of Aggressive Behavior certification

Perks and Benefits:

• Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more… 

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com

If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.