Security Guard

Optimus Health Care; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimus Health Care in Bridgeport, CT is seeking a dedicated Security Guard to join our team at a busy health center location. This full-time role focuses on protecting employees, patients, and visitors while monitoring the facility and enforcing safety policies.

The ideal candidate may hold a Connecticut Guard Card, must be flexible to work days, weekends, and evenings, and be able to communicate clearly with staff and the public in a respectful manner.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of public safety codes and procedures.
• Strong situational awareness and attention to detail.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and follow instructions precisely.
• Ability to interact respectfully with patients, visitors and staff.

Responsibilities

• Secure premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance.
• Prevent losses by reporting irregularities and restraining trespassers as needed.
• Comply with regulations to maintain organization’s safety and reputation.
• Operate security system and lighting in the health center.
• Manage access points and doors during shifts.
• Ensure buildings are secured at closing and routines are followed.
• Support Evacuation procedures as directed by facilities leadership.
• Attend scheduled department and staff meetings.
• Adhere to Infection Control, OSHA, DPH rules and regulations.
• Maintain consistent attendance and perform other duties as required.

Skills

Public safety procedures

Attention to surroundings

Verbal & written communication

Instruction following

Interpersonal skills

Respect for patients

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Security Guard

Full-time position in Bridgeport, CT, US

Join a team that makes a difference at Optimus Health Care!

Optimus Health Care is the largest provider of primary health care services in Fairfield County. We are looking for dedicated professionals to join our team. With multiple locations in Bridgeport, Stratford, and Stamford, our mission is to be a lifelong health care partner, dedicated to achieving optimal wellness for the communities we serve.

Join our team-based model of care delivered in a kind and compassionate manner.

We are currently recruiting for a full-time Security Guard for our location in Bridgeport, CT.

CT Guard Card Required

Position Summary

Responsible for the security of employees, patients, and visitors, and for the detection of hazardous or unsafe conditions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Secures premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points; permitting entry.
• Prevents losses and damage by reporting irregularities; informing violators of policy and procedures; restraining trespassers.
• Maintains organization’s stability and reputation by complying with legal requirements.
• Turn on the security system and lights in the health center.
• Unlock necessary hall doors for staff entry.
• Secure and lock buildings at the close of business.
• Implement the instructions for Evacuation as instructed by the Director of Facilities.
• Work according to the schedule decided at the weekly department staff meeting.
• Attend the department and all staff meetings.
• Comply with company’s mission, Infection Control, OSHA, DPH rules and regulations.
• Must maintain appropriate attendance.
• Performs miscellaneous duties as required by management.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of relevant public safety codes and security procedures
• Attention to their environment and premises as well as attention to small details
• Sufficient verbal and written communications skills to perform the tasks required
• Ability to read and follow instructions
• Ability to deal tactfully with patients, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public
• Ability to respect patients including those who have impaired cognition

EDUCATION:

• High school graduate preferred or GED

EXPERIENCE:

• One to two years’ experience as security personnel
• Flexibility to work days, weekends and evenings as required
• Flexibility to work at multiple sites

LANGUAGE SKILLS:Bi-Lingual preferred (Spanish) but not required

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION:

Active guard card issued by the State of Connecticut

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in Optimus’ vision, support our mission, and live our values: outstanding, patient-centered, trustworthy, integrity, multicultural, understanding, and supportive — guiding what we do as individuals and professionals every day.

Optimus is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees as protected by applicable federal and/or state law.