Hospital Security Officer I: Patrol, Response & Protection

Torrance Memorial Medical Center; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Torrance Memorial Medical Center is seeking a Security Officer I to protect patients, staff and visitors by patrolling the campus, managing traffic in loading zones, and responding to emergencies with calm professionalism.

Under the direction of the Security Shift Supervisor, you will handle reports, provide escorts, enforce parking policies, and coordinate with local authorities when needed, maintaining a visible security presence to deter hazards.

Qualifications

• CA Guard Card or CA Proprietary Security Officer Card.
• Must obtain a PC832 certificate within one year of hire.
• California Class C Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Answer questions and provide directions to staff and visitors.
• Patrol the campus to deter crime and detect irregularities.
• Prepare legible field notes and incident reports.
• Provide escorts to patients, visitors, and staff as needed.
• Respond to emergencies and coordinate with dispatch.
• Enforce parking policies and manage traffic in loading areas.

Skills

Patrolling

Emergency response

Customer service

Report writing

Traffic control

Policy enforcement

Job description

Torrance Memorial Medical Center is seeking a Security Officer I to protect patients, staff and visitors by patrolling the campus, managing traffic in loading zones, and responding to emergencies with calm professionalism.

Under the direction of the Security Shift Supervisor, you will handle reports, provide escorts, enforce parking policies, and coordinate with local authorities when needed, maintaining a visible security presence to deter hazards.