Hospital Security & Safety Officer

Surgery Partners, Inc.; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist McKinney Hospital in McKinney, TX is seeking a Security Officer to ensure patient, staff and visitor safety. The role includes escorts, incident response, monitoring of security systems, and enforcing hospital regulations to maintain a secure environment.

Requires a high school diploma and First Aid/CPR/AEC certification; 2 years in security or healthcare is preferred. Candidates must pass background checks and drug testing; Level II training completed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2 years security or law enforcement preferred.
• 2 years healthcare or education preferred.
• Must pass drug testing and criminal background check.
• Prior work experience involving customers, troubleshooting, or managing stressful situations.
• Complete the Level II training course.
• First Aid/CPR/AEC Certification within 60 days of employment and maintain it.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the safety of patients, staff and visitors.
• Escorts visitors, patients, and staff to and from parking areas.
• Assists motorists who become stranded on facility property.
• Monitors central mechanical plant equipment through hourly rounding.
• Monitors building HVAC equipment through Building Automation System.
• Reports maintenance issues via the work order portal.
• Reports urgent maintenance concerns to on-call number.
• Conducts safety walkthroughs of patient units.
• Performs searches of grounds, buildings, vehicles; assists with contraband searches.
• Checks perimeter fences and fire extinguisher cabinets.
• Participates in safety and maintenance inspections of buildings and grounds.
• Responds to medical emergencies as first responders with equipment.
• Enforces local laws and hospital regulations.
• Collects statements, evidence, photos for investigations as needed.
• Conducts accident investigations and security patrols.
• Prepares timely reports and logs activities in department logs.
• Monitors fire alarms and video surveillance inside and outside buildings.
• Observe and remain vigilant for signs of crime or hazards.
• De-escalates individuals verbally and physically when needed.
• Inspects alarms, extinguishers, standpipes and hydrants.
• Participates in training and hospital in-service sessions.

Skills

Customer service

De-escalation techniques

Surveillance equipment operation

Incident reporting

Emergency response

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

First Aid/CPR/AEC Certification within 60 days

Job description

Methodist McKinney Hospital in McKinney, TX is seeking a Security Officer to ensure patient, staff and visitor safety. The role includes escorts, incident response, monitoring of security systems, and enforcing hospital regulations to maintain a secure environment.

Requires a high school diploma and First Aid/CPR/AEC certification; 2 years in security or healthcare is preferred. Candidates must pass background checks and drug testing; Level II training completed.