Security Officer - Hospital Patrol

Allied Universal • Cape Coral, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring an unarmed Security Professional for a flex officer assignment at a hospital in Cape Coral. The officer conducts foot and/or vehicle patrols in a healthcare facility, controls access and egress, monitors CCTV and alarm systems, prepares reports, and works to deter criminal activity and misconduct. Officers cover call-offs, vacations, and paid time off as needed; weekly hours are not guaranteed. This is a part-time position that includes weekends, and officers must be available for day, afternoon, and overnight shifts. The role may require drug screening, a tuberculosis test, and certain vaccinations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current driver’s license if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle.
• Meet applicable state and local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
• At least two years of verifiable employment history relating to customer service or the protective service industry.
• At least 18 years of age, or older if required by the state.
• Ability to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors.
• Ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Problem-solving and active-listening skills.
• Ability to assess and evaluate situations, identify critical issues quickly and accurately, and mediate conflict with tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to write clearly, informatively, and accurately, with attention to detail.
• Must be available to work day, afternoon, and overnight shifts, including weekends.
• Must be able to submit to drug screening to the extent permissible by law.
• A TB test and certain vaccinations may be required for the healthcare assignment.

Nice To Haves

• Active D license preferred.
• Background in security, healthcare, military, or law enforcement.
• Military service in a law-enforcement- or security-related specialty, such as Military Police, Elite Military Forces, combat arms, or a support role in a combat zone.
• Graduation from a certified public safety academy (military or civilian), or verified work experience in law enforcement, adult corrections, or firefighting.
• Bachelor’s degree in law enforcement or criminal justice-related studies.
• Eight or more years of service in any military branch.
• Associate’s degree or 60 credits or higher in law enforcement or criminal justice with current or prior active military service.

Responsibilities

• Conduct foot or vehicle patrols of hospital grounds and document unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards.
• Assist hospital staff with de-escalating situations involving patients and restrain combative individuals as necessary, within company and customer guidelines.
• Transport patients to the morgue as needed.
• Assist with escorting patients from the helicopter pad to the emergency room.
• Assist with evacuations during fires, medical emergencies, and natural disasters.
• Sound alarms or contact police or fire departments in the event of a fire or unauthorized persons.
• Warn individuals about rule infractions, including loitering, smoking, or carrying prohibited items.
• Control access to the property and monitor entrances and exits, ensuring only authorized individuals enter or leave and that contraband or hospital items are not improperly brought in or taken out.
• Observe departing personnel to deter theft of company property and ensure authorized property removal follows client requirements.
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities, and maintain written logs as required.
• Control access and egress, monitor CCTV and alarm systems, and deter criminal activity and misconduct.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Company retirement plans.
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half if worked.
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.

What This Job Offers

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