Healthcare Security Officer - Santa Clara, CA

Blackstone Consulting, Inc. • Santa Clara, CA

18h • Onsite

About The Position

BCI seeks a dedicated Healthcare Security Officer to support the security and care delivery team for a healthcare provider. The role protects staff and property from theft, damage, hazards, interference, and potential violence. Officers work in a fast-paced, collaborative hospital environment serving patients, staff, and visitors. Conditions may shift rapidly from calm to urgent, and the work involves remaining active and engaged while delivering professional, compassionate service.

The position requires learning and performing healthcare security functions, identifying and reporting risks, communicating with varied stakeholder groups, and responding professionally to client needs. The officer must pass the client’s pre-employment drug test, health screen, and criminal background check; properly wear an N95 mask and follow onsite social-distancing guidelines; and complete healthcare competency assessment and training in defusing assaultive behavior.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Reliable and functional means of communication, such as a cell phone.
• Legal right to work in the United States.
• Active state-issued guard card.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Pass the client’s pre-employment drug test, health screen, and criminal background check.
• Ability to properly wear an N95 mask and adhere to social-distancing guidelines while onsite.
• Complete healthcare competency assessment and training on defusing assaultive behavior.

Responsibilities

• Observe and remain vigilant for signs of crime, disorder, hazards, and unusual activity.
• Patrol on foot, bicycle, or by vehicle to check for 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 fire, medical emergencies, bomb threats, flooding, water discharge, elevator emergencies, hazardous materials, and inclement weather.
• Prepare accurate logs and investigative reports in writing, by typing, or by entering information for fellow officers and supervisors.
• Read and interpret police reports, local and state law, and procedure manuals.
• Accurately enter information and maintain the Lost and Found department log in accordance with departmental manual restrictions.
• Ensure property removal follows applicable policies and client standards.
• Pass the client’s pre-employment drug test, health screen, and criminal background check.
• Properly wear an N95 mask and adhere to social-distancing guidelines while onsite.
• Complete healthcare competency assessment and training on defusing assaultive behavior.

Benefits

• The Women in Healthcare Security Network employee resource group provides scholarship, mentorship, and other programs.
• Training to support professional development and advancement in a healthcare security career.

What This Job Offers

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