Security Guard FT

South Texas Health System; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare system in McAllen is seeking a Security Guard to ensure the safety of hospital premises. The role involves patrolling, monitoring activities, and interacting with the public with professionalism. Ideal candidates must be at least 18 years old and hold a high school diploma. This position requires adherence to compliance programs and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must demonstrate commitment to compliance.

Responsibilities

• Patrols hospital grounds to prevent theft and damage.
• Inspects identification of persons entering restricted areas.
• Reports unusual activities to the supervisor.

Skills

Professionalism

Efficiency

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Security Guard watches and patrols hospital, building or office grounds and property to defend against damage, theft, of harm caused by others. Duties are performed unarmed. Walks or drives around premises to insure building or post security. Maintains a lookout at exits to guard against theft. Inspects identification of persons prior to entering restricted areas. The security guard observes activity at a particular post or posts and reports any unusual activities to the supervisor of other responsible person. Performs routine monitoring and reporting duties and follows specific guidelines for observing and reporting such incidents. Reports malfunctions of equipment that may impact the security and well being of the facility to supervisor and/or facility management. Required to interact with public and other facility staff with courtesy and professionalism.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Be capable of working efficiently and effectively at any time of the day or night, including irregular and unscheduled hours, after sufficient rest.
• Must demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS’s Compliance Program and Code of Conduct through compliance with all policies and procedures, the Code of Conduct, attendance at required training and immediately reporting suspected compliance issue(s) to the Compliance Officer
  
  

Education / Licensure

• High School diploma, GED or Higher Education required.
• Must be able to acquire a Valid Texas Department of Public Safety Non-Commissioned Security Officer License with-in 45 days of hire.
• Must possess the appropriate Texas Operator’s and/or Commercial Driver's License to operate motor vehicles.
  
  

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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