Healthcare Security Officer: Calm, Customer‑Focused Patrol

UF Health; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health is seeking a security professional to enforce, assist, direct and follow up security services across hospital buildings and grounds. You will patrol, maintain order and ensure safe working conditions for patients, visitors and staff.

The role emphasizes tact, diplomacy and customer service, with the ability to stay calm under pressure and to diffuse potentially threatening situations while presenting a professional, helpful demeanor on every interaction.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• AA/AS degree or college courses in criminal justice, law enforcement, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for enforcement, assistance, direction and follow up security service.
• Patrol and maintain order and safe working conditions throughout all assigned buildings and grounds.

Skills

Independent decision making

Customer service

De-escalation

Professional appearance

Phone etiquette

Education

High School Diploma or GED

AA/AS in related field preferred

Job description

UF Health is seeking a security professional to enforce, assist, direct and follow up security services across hospital buildings and grounds. You will patrol, maintain order and ensure safe working conditions for patients, visitors and staff.

The role emphasizes tact, diplomacy and customer service, with the ability to stay calm under pressure and to diffuse potentially threatening situations while presenting a professional, helpful demeanor on every interaction.