Security Officer Hospital

Allied Universal • Joshua Tree, CA

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About The Position

As a Hospital Security Officer in Joshua Tree, California, you will serve and safeguard a high-profile healthcare customer. You are responsible for surveillance of the healthcare premises and protecting staff, members, and visitors. You will detect and prevent suspicious activity, observe and report incidents, and provide friendly, professional customer service. Duties may also include patient escort or watch, safety escorts, and assisting with or transporting deceased persons to the morgue.

Requirements

• Prior work experience involving customer interaction, troubleshooting, and/or managing stressful situations.
• At least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent, or five years of verifiable experience.
• Successfully complete the required training and obtain a Management of Aggressive Behavior certification after receiving an offer.
• Applicants are subject to a background investigation and, to the extent permitted by law, a drug screen.
• Licensing may be required before employment, subject to state and local laws and regulations.
• A valid driver's license is required for driving positions only.

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.
• Orally and physically de-escalate individuals as needed.
• Inspect security devices and fire-control equipment.
• Screen members, visitors, and client employees to expedite their admittance to the facility.
• Respond calmly and urgently to incidents including fire, medical emergencies, bomb threats, flooding, water discharge, elevator emergencies, hazardous materials, and inclement weather.
• Perform duties that may include patient escort, patient watch, safety escort, and assisting with or transporting deceased persons to the morgue.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Company retirement plans.
• Seven paid holidays annually 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: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED