Hospital Security Officer – Day Shift (Patient Safety)

IHA; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

MercyOne Medical Center is seeking a Security Officer to actively participate in the Security Management Program, ensuring safety for patients, visitors, staff, and property. The role involves patrolling facilities, responding to incidents, managing access, and supporting non-physical and physical interventions as needed.

The position is part-time, daytime shifts, with responsibilities including equipment checks, incident reporting, and collaboration with clinical teams to maintain a secure

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s degree in criminal justice preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide security-related services in a professional and courteous manner.
• Protect MMC facilities, equipment, and people from hazards or threats.
• Patrol hospital areas and deter theft, vandalism, and violence; investigate irregularities.

Skills

Professionalism

Communication

Customer service

De-escalation

English fluency

Discretion

Safety awareness

Observation

Team collaboration

Policy compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in criminal justice (preferred)

Tools

HealthStream

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Job description

MercyOne Medical Center is seeking a Security Officer to actively participate in the Security Management Program, ensuring safety for patients, visitors, staff, and property. The role involves patrolling facilities, responding to incidents, managing access, and supporting non-physical and physical interventions as needed.

The position is part-time, daytime shifts, with responsibilities including equipment checks, incident reporting, and collaboration with clinical teams to maintain a secure