Healthcare Security Officer - San Marcos, CA

Blackstone Consulting, Inc. • San Marcos, CA

2h • Onsite

About The Position

Blackstone Consulting, Inc. seeks a dedicated Healthcare Security Officer to serve as part of the security and care delivery team for a healthcare provider. The officer protects staff and property from theft, damage, hazards, interference, and potential violence. The role is based in person at 360 Rush Dr., San Marcos, California, and involves a fast-paced, active, changing environment with close interaction with hospital patients, staff, and visitors. The officer is expected to provide compassionate, professional service and respond calmly to urgent situations.

The position requires completing the client’s pre-employment drug test, health screen, and criminal background check, as well as healthcare competency assessment and training in defusing assaultive behavior. Officers must be able to wear an N95 mask and follow onsite social-distancing guidelines. This is a full-time position paying $25 per hour, with eight-hour shifts that may include day, evening, night, or overnight work, Monday through Friday, and weekends as needed.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English.
• Reliable and functional means of communication, such as a cell phone.
• Active state-issued guard card or Bureau of Security and Investigative Services certification.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to maintain mental stability under stress.
• Ability to push or pull gurneys carrying patients of various weights.
• Ability to physically restrain individuals and carry or lift them with other healthcare facility staff.
• Pass the client’s drug test, health screen, and criminal background check.
• Ability to properly wear an N95 mask and follow onsite social-distancing guidelines.
• Security Guard experience: one year required.
• Relocate to San Marcos, California before starting work.
• Work is in person.

Nice To Haves

• One year of healthcare security experience or previous supervisor experience.
• Security, military, or law-enforcement-related experience.
• Valid driver’s license; a clean driving record is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Observe and remain vigilant for signs of crime, disorder, hazards, and unusual activity.
• Patrol on foot, bicycle, or in a vehicle to identify unsafe conditions, blocked entryways, security violations, mechanical problems, and unauthorized individuals.
• Verbally and physically de-escalate individuals as needed.
• Inspect security devices and fire-control equipment.
• Screen members, visitors, and client employees to expedite facility admittance.
• Respond calmly and urgently to fires, medical emergencies, bomb threats, flooding, water discharge, elevator emergencies, hazardous materials, and inclement weather.
• Prepare logs and investigative reports by writing, typing, or entering accurate, easily interpreted information.
• Read and interpret police reports, local and state laws, and procedure manuals.
• Accurately enter information and maintain the Lost and Found department log in accordance with departmental restrictions.
• Ensure property removal complies with applicable policies and client standards.
• Complete the client’s pre-employment screening, healthcare competency assessment, and training on defusing assaultive behavior.
• Wear an N95 mask properly and adhere to social-distancing guidelines while onsite.
• Protect staff and property from theft, damage, hazards, interference, and potential violence.
• Physically restrain individuals when necessary, including holding them down and carrying or lifting them with healthcare facility staff.

Benefits

• Medical insurance, including a Kaiser HMO option.
• Vision insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Retirement benefits and access to a 401(k) savings plan, subject to eligibility.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage available for purchase.
• Employee Assistance Program, paid by BCI.
• Voluntary life and AD&D insurance available for purchase.
• Supplemental accident and critical-illness insurance available for purchase.
• Pet insurance available for purchase.
• Additional disability, supplemental, and life insurance plans through Aflac and TransAmerica.
• Annual wage increases every January.
• Paid time off.
• Recognition programs.
• Training and career development.
• Women in Healthcare Security Network employee resource group offering scholarships, mentorship, and other programs.
• Flexible schedule.
• Referral program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED