Hospital Security Officer I: Patrol, Emergency Response

Torrance Memorial Medical Center; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Torrance Memorial Medical Center is seeking a Security Officer I to maintain a safe environment for patient care. The role includes patrolling the hospital campus, assisting visitors and staff, and responding to emergencies with calm, prompt actions.

Responsibilities include reporting security incidents, providing escorts, monitoring parking, and supporting police with investigations when required. Training and credential maintenance are required.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform patrols and respond to security incidents.
• Ability to prepare clear written reports and maintain logs.
• Must possess CA Guard Card and PC832 certification.

Responsibilities

• Answer questions, give directions, and broadcast radio messages.
• Provide escorts to patients, visitors, physicians, staff, and volunteers.
• Respond to Code Red, Code Gray, Code Pink and Code Orange as applicable.
• Monitor parking areas and enforce hospital parking policies.
• Prepare legible incident reports and testifying in court when required.
• Patrol campus interior and exterior to deter unlawful activity.
• Assist civil authorities and coordinate with emergency services.
• Transports deceased patients per policy.

Skills

Customer service

Patrol procedures

Communication

Report writing

Emergency response

Traffic control

Code response

Documentation

Observation

Witness testimony

Education

CA Guard Card

PC832 certificate

California Driver's License

Job description

Torrance Memorial Medical Center is seeking a Security Officer I to maintain a safe environment for patient care. The role includes patrolling the hospital campus, assisting visitors and staff, and responding to emergencies with calm, prompt actions.

Responsibilities include reporting security incidents, providing escorts, monitoring parking, and supporting police with investigations when required. Training and credential maintenance are required.