Healthcare Security Pro - 24/7 Patient Safety

Details This; Campus (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% tuition reduction for eligible UT/

Health and dental coverage

Paid holidays and vacation

Retirement plans

Job summary

The University of Utah’s Department of Public Safety is seeking a Healthcare Security Professional to safeguard patients, staff, and visitors across multiple campus healthcare facilities. This hands-on role offers 24/7 shifts (mornings, evenings, overnight) and potential 10- or 13-hour days with strong development opportunities.

Responsibilities include patrols, access control, incident reporting, de‑escalation, and collaboration with medical teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).
• Ability to successfully pass a background check
• Demonstrated communications skills and a commitment to providing excellent customer service
• A valid Utah Driver’s License to be obtained within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Secures buildings to prevent theft and property damage within the University Hospital, community health centers, and other University facilities as needed.
• Conducts foot and vehicle patrols throughout the University Hospital, community health centers, and other University facilities, including a Level 1 Trauma Center environment, as part of a proactive safety and security program.
• Controls access to the University Hospital, community health centers, and other University facilities by verifying identification, monitoring vehicles and packages, and managing the limited access program for internal doors.
• Maintains detailed logs to inform department heads of potential security concerns.
• Provides special services to the University community, including escorting individuals and assisting patrons and visitors with directions.
• Monitors the security of controlled substances and valuable equipment using surveillance systems to deter theft.
• Assists hospital staff during medical emergencies by managing crowd control and providing advanced de‑escalation techniques.
• Responds to threats and risks across the spectrum of workplace violence, addressing aggression that disrupts patient care or threatens the safety of staff and visitors.
• Assists in gathering information related to theft/property loss, workplace violence, and other incidents that may disrupt healthcare operations, referring matters to law enforcement as appropriate.
• Makes critical emergency decisions in response to public safety threats, prioritizing the health and safety of others even when personal safety is at risk.
• Prepares comprehensive reports and records to document incidents and ensure accurate communication.
• Obtains certifications in non‑violent crisis intervention and physical intervention skills through recognized training programs.
• Achieves Basic‑level certification from the International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety ( IAHSS ).
• Assists medical staff with physical interventions involving disruptive or combative patients, ensuring the safety of all parties involved.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Background check clearance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Valid Utah Driver's License

Job description

The University of Utah’s Department of Public Safety is seeking a Healthcare Security Professional to safeguard patients, staff, and visitors across multiple campus healthcare facilities. This hands-on role offers 24/7 shifts (mornings, evenings, overnight) and potential 10- or 13-hour days with strong development opportunities.

Responsibilities include patrols, access control, incident reporting, de‑escalation, and collaboration with medical teams.