Security Assistant

multicare; Puyallup (WA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital in Puyallup, WA seeks an entry-level Security Officer to serve as the initial security point of contact for hospital and clinics during night shifts. The role emphasizes greeting patients and visitors, conducting initial security assessments, and directing individuals with discretion and professionalism.

This non-clinical position supports the security department with a strong emphasis on customer service, discretion, and calm, courteous interactions in a

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Security experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and visitors, performing initial security assessment.
• Determine business reason for entry and provide courteous directions.
• Maintain professional security presence and assist as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Security awareness

Discretion

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join a team that shares your calling

At MultiCare, you're more than just a job title - you're part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you'll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.

FTE: 1.0, Shift: _Night Schedule: 8 hr shift

Position Summary

This position serves as the initial security point of contact for MultiCare hospitals and clinics in areas where higher level security officers are not deployed.

This is a non-clinical position assigned to security department and responsible for initial security assessment of people coming into the hospital and to serve as a professional security presence.

Duties include greeting patients, visitors, performing initial security assessment and determining the business reason for entering the hospital/clinic and providing courteous assistance and directions. This is an entry level position requiring excellent customer service skills. It is highly visible, requiring discretion, good judgment, a pleasant and professional manner and articulate. Has internal and external contacts.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred
• Customer service experience preferred
• Security experience preferred but not required

About Good Samaritan Hospital

MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital is a 388-bed acute-care hub serving Puyallup and East Pierce County. As the area's only hospital, it features a Family Birth Center, Level III Trauma and Neonatal ICUs, Level I Trauma Rehabilitation Center, Children's Therapy Unit and a 24-hour Emergency Department. Innovative facilities like the LEED Gold-certified Dally Tower and Pulse Heart Institute make Good Samaritan a dynamic workplace for clinicians eager to advance their careers in a state-of-the-art environment.

About the Puyallup Community

Nestled at the foot of Mount Rainier along the Puyallup River, Puyallup offers a welcoming small-town feel just 10 miles from Tacoma and 35 miles from Seattle. Residents enjoy unique dining, an antique-filled downtown, excellent schools and abundant parks and recreation - all while being close to big-city opportunities.

Why MultiCare?

Rooted in the local community

Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.

Growth & education

Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.

Well-being & support

Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.

Living our values

Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.

Belonging for all

Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.

Pacific Northwest lifestyle

Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, the pay scale is $18.94 - $27.26 USD.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here .