Hospital Security Officer | Patient Safety & Rapid Response

McLean Hospital; Belmont (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The McLean Hospital is seeking a full-time security officer to provide a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff. You will patrol assigned areas, monitor security systems, respond to incidents, and assist in arrests when authorized, while maintaining confidentiality and professional conduct.

This onsite day shift from 6:30am to 2:30pm at 115 Mill Street, Belmont, MA, requires 3–5 years of security or police experience and a State Driver's License; a bachelor’s degree in Criminal

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice preferred.
• Licenses: Class D Driver's License required.
• Experience: 3-5 years in hospital security/police or customer service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors and employees by enforcing security regulations.
• Investigates complaints or potential criminal conduct; restrains patients as necessary; reports incidents promptly.
• Patrols areas with focus on high-risk zones; maintains confidentiality and logs all incidents.
• Utilizes dispatcher systems; coordinates with security personnel and law enforcement when needed.
• Supports workplace safety and assists in emergencies or medical incidents as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Customer service

De-escalation

Teamwork

Multitasking

Problem solving

Writing/Documentation

Community policing concepts

Data entry/computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice

Job description

The McLean Hospital is seeking a full-time security officer to provide a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff. You will patrol assigned areas, monitor security systems, respond to incidents, and assist in arrests when authorized, while maintaining confidentiality and professional conduct.

This onsite day shift from 6:30am to 2:30pm at 115 Mill Street, Belmont, MA, requires 3–5 years of security or police experience and a State Driver's License; a bachelor’s degree in Criminal