Healthcare Security Officer – Protect & Support On-Site

Springfield Memorial Hospital; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Health is seeking Security Officers to protect patients, visitors, employees, and physicians while maintaining a safe environment. The role emphasizes effective communication, de-escalation, discretion, and quick situational assessment.

On-site work requires physical readiness, driving duties per policy, and proficiency with Microsoft Office tools. Minimum 1 year in security, military, or law enforcement is preferred; BLS certification within 30 days of placement is required, along with

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS Certification within 30 days of placement.
• Valid Illinois driver’s license and acceptable MH Fleet Safety policy.
• Five year MVR required; must be able to operate automatic shift vehicle.
• Minimum 1 year security, military or law enforcement experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Protect patients, visitors, employees, and physicians and maintain a safe environment.
• Communicate effectively with a diverse range of people.
• Apply de-escalation techniques and maintain confidentiality.
• Physically perform patrols, standing, lifting patients, and restraining as necessary.
• Operate computer systems including Microsoft Office applications.

Skills

Communication skills

Active listening

De-escalation techniques

Confidentiality

Situational assessment

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Memorial Health is seeking Security Officers to protect patients, visitors, employees, and physicians while maintaining a safe environment. The role emphasizes effective communication, de-escalation, discretion, and quick situational assessment.

On-site work requires physical readiness, driving duties per policy, and proficiency with Microsoft Office tools. Minimum 1 year in security, military, or law enforcement is preferred; BLS certification within 30 days of placement is required, along with