Healthcare Front Desk Security Officer – Growth & Benefits

Allied Universal; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Security Officer at the reception desk of a healthcare location. You will greet visitors, verify IDs, issue badges, and maintain secure entry points while coordinating with clinical and security teams.

The role emphasizes professional customer service, access control, and incident response. Requires high school diploma, background check, and drug screen; 18+ (21+ for armed positions). On-site schedule and local HR support.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed positions.
• Background investigation required under federal, state, and local laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• As required by state/local regulations, licensing may be needed.

Responsibilities

• Greet and screen visitors; verify ID and access permissions.
• Monitor entrances, cameras, alarms, and communication systems.
• Respond calmly to incidents and emergencies following protocol.
• Direct patients and visitors and maintain a welcoming security posture.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Badge scanning

Alarm systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Security Officer at the reception desk of a healthcare location. You will greet visitors, verify IDs, issue badges, and maintain secure entry points while coordinating with clinical and security teams.

The role emphasizes professional customer service, access control, and incident response. Requires high school diploma, background check, and drug screen; 18+ (21+ for armed positions). On-site schedule and local HR support.