Security Officer - Hospital Emergency Patrol

Allied Universal • Lutz, FL

19h • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring an unarmed Security Professional for a freestanding emergency room in Lutz, Florida. The role involves foot and/or vehicle patrols of hospital grounds and interiors or exteriors, access control, monitoring CCTV and alarm systems, preparing reports, and deterring criminal activity and misconduct. Because the assignment is in a healthcare facility, a tuberculosis test and certain vaccinations may be required. Due to the safety-sensitive nature of the role, candidates must be able to submit to drug screening to the extent permitted by law.

The position pays $17.50 per hour. The scheduled shift is Friday through Monday, 1800–0600.

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.
• At least two years of verifiable employment history related 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.
• Demonstrated ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Problem-solving skills and 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.
• Ability 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

• Military service in a Military Occupational Specialty related to law enforcement or security, such as Military Police, Elite Military Forces, or 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 the firefighter field.
• Bachelor’s degree in law enforcement, criminal justice, or related studies.
• At least eight 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.
• Experience in security, healthcare, military, law enforcement, or corrections is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct security patrols of hospital grounds on foot or in a vehicle 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 violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles.
• Control access to the property and monitor entrances and exits, ensuring only authorized individuals enter or exit and that contraband or hospital items are not brought in or out.
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensure authorized property removal meets client requirements.
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities, and maintain written logs as required.
• Operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors.

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