Hospital Security Officer: Patient Safety & Patrol

West Tennessee Healthcare; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

West Tennessee Healthcare in Jackson, TN is seeking a dedicated Security Officer to safeguard patients, staff, visitors and hospital property. The role involves patrolling, responding to incidents, and ensuring a safe, orderly environment across the campus.

You will perform rounds, monitor CCTV, assist with traffic and crowd control during emergencies, and complete detailed incident reports. A High School Diploma, CPR certification, and a Tennessee driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must obtain CPR certification during orientation period.
• Valid Tennessee State Driver’s License.
• Knowledge of security procedures, hospital layout, investigative guidelines and record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Monitors the safety and security of the hospital by making rounds and patrols to keep staff, patients, visitors and property secure.
• Provides assistance to motorists and visitors and helps anyone needing aid.
• Identifies safety violations or unusual situations and reports incidents to the Shift Leader.
• Investigates unusual incidents and responds to security calls; documents rounds and checks fire extinguishers.
• Prepares legible, accurate reports of activities and investigations and improves underlying issues.
• Initiates traffic and crowd control during disasters or emergencies.
• Performs random package checks and monitors restricted access areas.
• Monitors CCTV to prevent harm or loss and supports boiler alarm monitoring if needed.

Skills

Security procedures

CCTV monitoring

Communication skills

Report writing

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CCTV system

Job description

West Tennessee Healthcare in Jackson, TN is seeking a dedicated Security Officer to safeguard patients, staff, visitors and hospital property. The role involves patrolling, responding to incidents, and ensuring a safe, orderly environment across the campus.

You will perform rounds, monitor CCTV, assist with traffic and crowd control during emergencies, and complete detailed incident reports. A High School Diploma, CPR certification, and a Tennessee driver’s license are required.