Hospital Security Specialist: Protect Patients & Staff

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare is seeking a Security Officer to patrol hospital grounds, ensuring a safe and secure environment for associates, patients, and visitors. The role emphasizes integrity, professionalism, and adherence to MLH Mission, Vision, and Values.

Responsibilities include mobile patrols (van/shuttle), incident reporting, property control, and customer service. High school diploma required; 1–3 years security or law enforcement preferred; Tennessee licenses for drivers and

Qualifications

• Knowledge of security and criminal investigation methods and operations commensurate with education/experience.
• Ability to carry out assigned duties with integrity and honesty.
• Skill in applying appropriate behavior when greeting and assisting members of the public.
• Ability to understand and prepare written materials at a moderate level, such as Incident Reports.
• Ability to communicate verbally with Associates and visitors to the hospital.
• Ability to work without close supervision and to exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to organize multiple tasks and maintain control of work flow.

Responsibilities

• Patrols hospital, parking and/or assigned area to ensure safety and security for Associates, patients and visitors to the hospital.
• Assumes mobile responsibilities, i.e., van, shuttle.
• Provides customer service and performs general duties.
• Uses proper communication skills for radio and telephone.
• Prepares daily activity reports, Incident Reports, Offense Reports, Fire Reports, etc.
• Maintains property of patients, lost and found property, and documentation on money escorts.
• Maintains appearance and equipment.

Skills

Security basics

Customer service

Communication

Independent judgment

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare is seeking a Security Officer to patrol hospital grounds, ensuring a safe and secure environment for associates, patients, and visitors. The role emphasizes integrity, professionalism, and adherence to MLH Mission, Vision, and Values.

Responsibilities include mobile patrols (van/shuttle), incident reporting, property control, and customer service. High school diploma required; 1–3 years security or law enforcement preferred; Tennessee licenses for drivers and