Security Officer - Hospital Patrol

Allied Universal • Miami, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring an unarmed Security Professional for a hospital assignment in Coconut Grove, Florida. The role involves foot and/or vehicle patrols inside and outside the hospital, access control, monitoring CCTV and alarm systems, report writing, and deterring criminal activity and misconduct. The position pays $18.54 per hour and has a Saturday-Wednesday schedule from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Candidates must have an active D license and at least two years of security experience. Spanish-speaking ability is highly preferred.

Because this is a safety-sensitive healthcare assignment, candidates must submit to drug screening to the extent permitted by law. A tuberculosis test and certain vaccinations may also be required. Officers may assist with patient de-escalation and restraint within applicable guidelines, patient transport to the morgue, helicopter-pad escorts to the emergency room, emergency evacuations, and responding to fires or unauthorized persons.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Active D license.
• At least two years of verifiable employment history related to customer service or the protective service industry; security, healthcare, military, law enforcement, or corrections experience is preferred.
• Current driver’s license if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle.
• At least 18 years of age, or older if required by state law.
• Able to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors.
• Demonstrated ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Active listening skills.
• Ability to assess and evaluate situations effectively and identify critical issues quickly and accurately.
• Ability to mediate conflict with tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to write informatively, clearly, and accurately.
• Attention to detail.
• Must be able to submit to drug screening to the extent permissible by law.
• A tuberculosis test and certain vaccinations may be required for the healthcare facility assignment.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to speak Spanish.
• Military service in an occupational specialty related to law enforcement or security, such as Military Police, Elite Military Forces, or combat arms, or in 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 the firefighter field.
• 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 security patrols of hospital grounds on foot or in a vehicle and document unusual conditions that may pose security concerns or safety hazards.
• Assist hospital staff with de-escalating situations involving patients and restrain combative individuals when necessary, consistent with company and customer guidelines.
• Transport patients to the morgue as needed.
• Escort 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 the fire department in response to fires or unauthorized persons.
• Warn individuals who violate rules, including loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles.
• Control access to the property and monitor entrances and exits to ensure only authorized individuals enter or leave and that contraband or hospital items are not brought in or 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.

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