Security Officer - Medical Center Patrol

Allied Universal • Lantana, FL

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About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Professional - Unarmed for a part-time assignment in a healthcare facility. The role involves unarmed foot and/or vehicle patrols in a hospital environment, controlling access and egress, monitoring CCTV and alarm systems, preparing reports, and deterring criminal activity and misconduct. Because this is a safety-sensitive role, qualified candidates must be able to submit to drug screening to the extent permissible by law. A tuberculosis test and certain vaccinations may be required for work in the healthcare facility. The stated pay rate is $18.54 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current driver's license if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle.
• Meet applicable licensing requirements, which may be required before employment depending on state and local laws and regulations.
• At least two years of verifiable employment history relating to customer service or the protective service industry.
• Be at least 18 years of age, or older if required by the state.
• Ability 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.

Nice To Haves

• Service in a military occupational specialty related to law enforcement or security, such as Military Police, Elite Military Forces, or combat arms, or in any 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

• Perform security patrols of hospital grounds on foot or in a vehicle, documenting detailed observations of 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 call the police or fire department in case of fire or the presence of unauthorized persons.
• Warn violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles.
• Permit authorized persons to enter the property and monitor entrances and exits; ensure only authorized individuals enter and exit the hospital and that no contraband or hospital items are brought in or out.
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensure authorized removal of property follows appropriate 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: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED