Hospital Security Officer: Patrol & De‑Escalation

20 Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc.; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Georgia Health System in Gainesville, GA, is seeking a vigilant Armed Security Officer tasked with protecting patients, visitors and staff. You will respond to incidents, conduct patrols, log activities, and support crisis response per policy.

The role requires valid GA Driver's License and BLS certification, a high school diploma or GED, and a background in security. Training includes de-escalation, defensive tactics, and weapon safety.

Qualifications

• Valid GA Driver's License is required.
• Current BLS certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum 2 years of security/military/police background is required.

Responsibilities

• Make routine and random tours of facility and grounds.
• Respond to incidents and assist with investigations.
• Conduct facility and grounds patrols and inspections.
• Log daily activities and incident reports.
• Assist in training drills and documentation per policy.

Skills

Security experience

De-escalation training

CIT

Firearms training

Patrol procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Defensive tools

Job description

Northeast Georgia Health System in Gainesville, GA, is seeking a vigilant Armed Security Officer tasked with protecting patients, visitors and staff. You will respond to incidents, conduct patrols, log activities, and support crisis response per policy.

The role requires valid GA Driver's License and BLS certification, a high school diploma or GED, and a background in security. Training includes de-escalation, defensive tactics, and weapon safety.