Healthcare Security Officer I – Evening Shift

Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Professional development funding

Wellbeing fund

401(k) matching

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance

Salary increase and incentive bonus

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital is seeking a full-time Security Officer I for the Lake Forest location. The role supports hospital security, protects patients and staff, and responds to incidents during the 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM shift with every-other-weekend rotation.

Minimum requirements include a high-school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and certifications (IAHSS Basic, BLS, and Defensive Tactics in Healthcare within specified timelines).

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• IAHSS Basic exam within 90 days of hire.
• Maintain IAHSS Basic certification.
• Current Basic Life Support certification within 9 months of hire.
• Northwestern Medicine Defensive Tactics in Healthcare within 6 months of hire.
• Strong interpersonal and writing skills required.
• Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Investigates incidents and disturbances to maintain patient, visitor, and employee security.
• Completes descriptive reports for supervisory personnel.
• Notifies appropriate city officials (police and fire) and prepares descriptive reports for supervisory personnel.
• Performs regular patrols of hospital buildings and grounds to protect patients and property.
• Conducts investigations into hazardous conditions, theft, or safety issues.
• Monitors access control, alarms, and security video systems.
• Controls traffic to ensure access for emergency vehicles and patients.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Report writing

Situational awareness

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital is seeking a full-time Security Officer I for the Lake Forest location. The role supports hospital security, protects patients and staff, and responds to incidents during the 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM shift with every-other-weekend rotation.

Minimum requirements include a high-school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and certifications (IAHSS Basic, BLS, and Defensive Tactics in Healthcare within specified timelines).