Hospital Security Officer (Armed) – Protect Patients & Staff

Memorial Health; Tennessee; On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Health seeks a security professional to support the MMC Security Operations team. The role protects assets, staff, patients, and visitors within MMC ED and the hospital, following established protocols for escalation of force. Requires police academy certification and off-duty work approval.

The position emphasizes safety, integrity, quality, and stewardship, with duties including patrols, incident reporting, and ongoing training compliance.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a certified police academy (PTI or equivalent).
• Must be able to maintain state/local licenses for armed security work.
• Proof of off-duty work approval from a police department prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergencies at MMC using escalation of force per protocol.
• Observe and report activities to protect staff, patients, and visitors.
• Conduct periodic security tours and inspect devices.
• Maintain order and enforce laws and hospital directives.

Skills

Situational awareness

Observation reporting

De-escalation

Security procedures

Education

Police academy certification

Job description

Memorial Health seeks a security professional to support the MMC Security Operations team. The role protects assets, staff, patients, and visitors within MMC ED and the hospital, following established protocols for escalation of force. Requires police academy certification and off-duty work approval.

The position emphasizes safety, integrity, quality, and stewardship, with duties including patrols, incident reporting, and ongoing training compliance.