Security Officer - Weekend Hospital Patrol
$38,459–$38,459 year
On-siteGainesville, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Conduct foot and vehicle patrols of hospital grounds, monitoring CCTV and alarm systems while controlling access and egress. Document unusual conditions, deter criminal activity, and warn violators of rule infractions such as looting or smoking. Assist hospital staff with de-escalation, restrain combative individuals as necessary, transport patients to the morgue, and escort patients from the helicopter pad to the emergency room. Execute evacuations during fires, medical emergencies, and natural disasters, and investigate incidents to prepare detailed reports. Sound alarms or contact police and fire departments when required. Permit authorized entry, monitor entrances and exits, and observe departing personnel to protect company property.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Current driver's license if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle
- Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
- Minimum of two (2) years of verifiable employment history relating customer service or the protective service industry (preferably security, healthcare, military, law enforcement, or corrections)
- Must be at least 18 years of age, or higher if required by the state
- 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; identify critical issues quickly and accurately
- Able to mediate conflict with tact, diplomacy
- Write informatively, clearly, and accurately
- Attention to detail
- Must have open availability to work any day/shift
- Active D license preferred
- Healthcare / Hospital experience preferred, but not required
Desired Qualifications
- Service in Military Occupational Specialty related to law enforcement, security (such as Military Police, Elite Military Forces, combat arms) or any support role in a Combat Zone
- Graduate of a Certified Public Safety Academy (military or civilian) or verified work experience in the law enforcement, adult corrections, or firefighter field
- Bachelor's degree in law enforcement or criminal justice related studies
- A minimum of 8 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
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