Security Officer Dispatch - Hospital

Allied Universal•West Columbia, SC

8h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Dispatch - Hospital in West Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a healthcare setting. You will coordinate communications, document incidents, and support timely responses to security-related concerns. Serving as a central point of contact for personnel and visitors, you will provide professional customer service and help maintain awareness across the location. The role includes carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies, monitoring communications and site activity, and conducting assigned patrols.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles or 21 years of age or older for armed roles.
Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
Complete a tuberculosis test and receive MMR vaccinations if required for DPSS/DHS.
Meet hospital-required vaccination requirements.
Submit to a background investigation in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Submit to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
Meet applicable state and/or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to clients, patients, visitors, and staff by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities.
Receive and prioritize calls for service, alarms, and radio communications; dispatch appropriate personnel and maintain accurate activity logs.
Respond to incidents and critical situations calmly, communicating relevant information to responders and site leadership.
Monitor communication systems, access points, and site activity to help deter unauthorized activity and support timely response.
Conduct regular and random patrols around the facility and perimeter as assigned.