Security Officer Hospital Patrol

Allied Universal • Highlands, NC

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve. As a Security Officer Hospital Patrol in Highlands, NC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer in a healthcare location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, stay visible to help discourage security-related incidents, and support patients, visitors, and staff through strong communication and customer service. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment while reflecting Allied Universal’s values of being agile, reliable, innovative, and acting with integrity through teamwork.

Requirements

• Must be willing to comply with hospital vaccine requirements.
• Must be willing to work in a hospital environment that may include exposure to the morgue.
• Must be able to restrain individuals when required.
• Must have at least 2 years of service in a healthcare or medical-related field.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local 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.

Nice To Haves

• The ability to lift more than 20 pounds is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to patients, visitors, and staff by carrying out site-specific procedures, access-related protocols, and when appropriate, emergency response activities within a healthcare location.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and urgent situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and sharing details with supervisors and/or designated personnel.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout buildings, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help identify unusual activity and support security-related operations.
• Monitor entrances, exits, and common areas, assisting with visitor direction, traffic flow, and restricted area protocols in accordance with site policies.
• Support hospital and clinic operations by reporting hazards, maintenance concerns, and policy-related issues, and by communicating professionally with staff and/or first responders when needed.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

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