Healthcare Security Specialist - Patient & Visitor Safety

Sanford International; Thief River Falls (MN); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health in the United States is seeking a security officer to patrol, monitor visitors, and enforce policies across facilities. This role requires responding to requests, maintaining records, and prioritizing calls by safety needs.

Candidates should have a high school diploma (or equivalent); college or vocational education is preferred, with experience in healthcare or contract security valued. The position offers varied 12-hour shifts and potential for de-escalation in stressful

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; college or vocational education preferred.
• Experience in healthcare security, contract security or law enforcement highly preferred.
• Must communicate effectively and write professional reports.

Responsibilities

• Monitor conduct of visitors on premises and confront unauthorized persons.
• Respond to all requests for assistance from employees, patients/residents and visitors.
• Mai ntain records and prepare incident reports; de-escalate in stressful situations.
• Prioritize calls for service based on safety needs and may escort personnel as needed.
• Maintain awareness of local laws affecting private property.

Skills

Communication

Report writing

Physical ability

De-escalation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College or vocational education

Job description

Sanford Health in the United States is seeking a security officer to patrol, monitor visitors, and enforce policies across facilities. This role requires responding to requests, maintaining records, and prioritizing calls by safety needs.

Candidates should have a high school diploma (or equivalent); college or vocational education is preferred, with experience in healthcare or contract security valued. The position offers varied 12-hour shifts and potential for de-escalation in stressful